Amount
Ingredient
Preparation



1
cup
basil





2
teaspoons
garlic

minced



1/2
cup
olive oil





2
tablespoons
pine nuts

chopped



1/8
teaspoon
salt





1
x
pepper

freshly ground

 Puree all the ingredients in a blender or in a food processor. Or, if you want to do it the traditional way, pound the basil leaves, garlic, salt & nuts together with a mortar & pestle & then beat in the olive oil. 

Use in soups or toss with hot pasta & serve as a main dish. Smaller quantities make an ideal appetizer. Will keep in the refrigerator or will freeze