Pesto Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and slice the garlic and put it in a large mortar.
2. 2
   (You may want to take out some of the garlic and add it later if more is needed after tasting.
3. 3
   The garlic flavor should not overwhelm the perfume of the basil.)
4. 4
   Add a pinch of salt and the nuts, and pound the mixture to a paste.
5. 5
   Add the basil leaves, and continue pounding and grinding the leaves until they are somewhat smooth.
6. 6
   Work in the cheese and the oil.
7. 7
   Add more or less oil depending on the thickness desired.
8. 8
   Taste and add more salt if needed.