Pesto genovese

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2To 3 - cups fresh basil leaves
3tablespoonsPine nuts
2Cloves garlic
¼teaspoonSalt
½cupOlive oil
½cupParmesan cheese,grated

Directions

Cherry tomatoes for garnish

Place all ingredients except oil in a food processor or blender Process, quickly, to a puree. With machine running, gradually add oil until absorbed. Toss with 1 pound fresh, hot pasta (vermicelli, linguini, and so forth). Serve hot. Garnish with cherry tomatoes.