Basic Pesto Recipe

Need a great pesto recipe, try this

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Romano or Parmesan-Reggiano cheese (about 2 ounces)
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup pine nuts (or walnuts)
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, more to taste
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, more to taste

Combine all of the ingredients in a food processor and puree.