Pesto With Pasta - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. fresh basil leaves
4 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1 c. pignoli nuts
1 c. quality olive oil
1 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 c. freshly grated Romano cheese
1 lb. linguine or other pasta
1 1/2 Tbsp. salt
4 qt. water
1/4 heavy cream
freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Pesto:
Combine the basil, garlic and nuts in the bowl of a food processor and chop. Leave the motor running and add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream. Shut off water; add the cheeses, pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Process briefly to combine ingredients.