Step 1

Using a mortar, pound the garlic cloves with the salt for one minute, until a paste forms.

Step 2

Add the rosemary leaves and pound until only small bits remain.

Step 3

Stir in the olive oil with the pestle.

Step 4

Add the balsamic vinegar and continue to mash the ingredients together. You want the mixture to be somewhat emulsified.

Step 5

Stir in the parsley and pepper.

Step 6

Scrape into a low and flat bowl with your crusty bread by its side.