Basil Pesto

, from Issue #41.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup packed basil leaves
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 cloves garlic, crushed
½ cup olive oil
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
sea salt and freshly ground pepper

METHOD

Place the basil, pine nuts, garlic and olive oil in a food processor and process until smooth. Tip into a bowl and stir in the Parmesan cheese and season. Transfer to a jar and cover with a film of olive oil. Store in the refrigerator. Makes about 1 cup