2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed*
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts
3 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Combine basil and nuts in a food processor; pulse several times. Add garlic and pulse again. Slowly add olive oil in a constant stream while food processor is on. Stop to scrape down the sides with rubber spatula. Add grated cheese and pulse until blended. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Serve with pasta, over baked potatoes or spread over toasted baguette slices.
Eat within 7 days or freeze for up to 1 year.
*great way to use all that fresh garden basil! Make several batches and freeze!
*great way to use all that fresh garden basil! Make several batches and freeze!
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