Pasta Pesto - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb. pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
1 c. fresh basil leaves
1 large clove garlic
1/4 c. pine nuts
1/3 c. olive oil
3/8 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Blend basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil in blender to make a paste.
Cook pasta to taste, al dente is recommended.
Toss drained pasta with paste while still hot.
Add Parmesan cheese and toss again.
Serves 4 as a main dish or 6 as a side dish.
Refrigerate leftovers immediately.