Pesto

Directions

1. 1
   Remove leaves from basil and wash and dry thoroughly.
2. 2
   Place leaves in a mortar together with garlic, pine nuts and pinch of salt.
3. 3
   With the pestle, pound and grind into a paste against the side.
4. 4
   Add cheese and continue grinding into a smooth paste.
5. 5
   Stir in olive oil, a little at a time.
6. 6
   Sauce should have consistency of creamed butter.
7. 7
   Makes sauce for 6 servings of pasta.