Give traditional pesto a fresh, zesty upgrade with the addition of watercress. Simply blend one cup of watercress along with basil, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil for a deliciously vibrant sauce.

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To make a pesto, put the basil, garlic, pine nuts and two-thirds of the watercress into a food processor and blend until slightly chunky, then add the oil gradually until it forms a thick paste.

Whilst that is cooking, run a knife trough the watercress. Remove the cooked tart from the oven and serve on a chopping board. Sprinkle over the pine nuts and serve with the watercress.