Pesto (Food Processor)

Directions

1. 1
   Put the garlic, pine nuts, and salt in the work bowl of a food processor.
2. 2
   Process to a smooth paste.
3. 3
   Add the basil, one handful at a time, processing to a paste after each addition.
4. 4
   With the motor running, drizzle in the olive oil in a thin stream, and process until smooth.
5. 5
   Stir in the cheese.
6. 6
   To sauce pasta:
7. 7
   Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water when you drain the pasta. Toss the pasta with the pesto, and use the reserved water to thin to the desired consistency.