• 2 cups fresh basil leaves (no stems)
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 2-3 large cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Combine basil leaves, pine nuts or walnuts and garlic in a food processor and process until very finely minced.
  • With the machine running slowly dribble in the oil and process until the mixture is smooth.
  • Add the cheese and process very briefly, just long enough to combine. Store in refrigerator or freezer.