Pesto (Food Processor)

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.

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