2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup pine nuts
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Wash and dry the basil leaves
Add basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, and garlic to a food processor
Pulse until finely chopped
With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil
Blend until smooth or slightly textured
Add salt and black pepper
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed
Use immediately or store in an airtight container
Cover the surface with a thin layer of olive oil before refrigerating