- 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled
- 4 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- In a food processor, combine the pine nuts and garlic. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
- Add the basil leaves and pulse until finely chopped.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, and pulse to combine.
- With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil until incorporated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
vegan
vegetarian
gluten-free
dairy-free
lunch
dinner
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