| For
½ cup |
| 2
cups |
basil
leaves, stems removed |
| ½
cup |
extra-virgin
olive oil |
| 3
tablespoons |
pinenuts |
| 3
cloves |
garlic,
peeled and chopped |
| ¼
cup |
Parmesan
cheese, grated |
| to
taste |
salt
and black pepper |
|
-
Rinse and pat dry the
basil leaves..
-
In
a food processor, combine basil leaves, oil, and pinenuts. Blend
until a fine texture but not a puree.
-
Add Parmesan cheese
and blend for a few seconds. Add salt and pepper to taste.
-
Refrigerate until ready
to use.
|