| 2 cups basil leaves, coarsely chopped and packed | 1/2 tsp salt |
| 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper | 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped |
| 4 Tbs. chopped pine nuts | 1 1/2 cups olive oil |
| 1/2 cup grated cheese (half Parmesan, half romano) |
Combine all except cheese. Blend until smooth (but not too much). Start with less oil, add to taste.