Ingredients
1 cup tightly packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup Carapelli mild olive oil

Preparation Directions
In work bowl of food processor or blender, process basil, cheese, pine nuts, garlic and salt until a paste forms. With the machine running, add oil in a steady stream until evenly blended.

Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Wine Suggestion: Light-bodied red or white

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