Basil Pesto

Ingredients

• 4 cups packed fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
• 1 cup olive oil
• 0.67 cups pine nuts , Optional
• 6 cloves garlic , minced
• salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine basil, cheese, and olive oil in a food processor. Pulse to combine. Add pine nuts, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pulse until mixture is smooth and blended.

2. 2

   Pour mixture onto a large sheet of plastic wrap; roll into a tube shape and seal. Store in the refrigerator until needed.