Ingredients

Coarse salt and ground pepper 

1 garlic clove, peeled 

1/4 cup toasted pine nuts 

3 cups packed fresh basil leaves (2 1/4 ounces) 

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 

1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan 

Preparation

On a cutting board, sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon salt over garlic and roughly chop. Using a flat side of the knife blade, crush mixture into a thick paste. Add to a food processor with pine nuts, basil, and 1 tablespoon oil. Pulse until ingredients are finely chopped. With machine running, add remaining oil in a slow, steady stream. Add Parmesan and pulse to combine. Season with salt and pepper.