Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1 1/2  cups          fresh basil leaves
   2      cloves        garlic -- peeled
     1/4  cup           pine nuts
     1/4  cup           parmesan cheese -- grated
     1/4  cup           lemon juice -- freshly squeezed

Preparation:

Put the basil, garlic, pine nuts and Parmesan cheese in a blender or food processor. Turn the machine on and drizzle in the lemon juice. Continue to puree until a smooth paste is formed. Makes 3/4 cup pesto. Mote: Freeze unused portions for another time. Note: Next time I might replace half of the lemon juice with oil.