Basil, Parmesan, And Pine Nut Sauce - {pesto}

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Course : Italian
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 1 1/2 cups
 

Ingredients:

2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic -- chopped
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese*
2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 teaspoon salt -- to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper -- freshly ground,
 

Preparation:

* preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano In a food processor, combine all the ingredients and blend until thoroughly combined. Comments: There are few sauces that compare with this renowned creation from Genoa. Originally, and in some places still, pesto is made with a mortar and pestle; hence, the word "pesto," which derives from the verb "pestare," meaning "to pound." Use the most fragrant basil and the best olive oil and Parmesan available. Serve pesto over pasta or a salad, or use it as a dipping sauce or as an enhancement for vegetable soups.