Ingredients–

• 2 cups tightly packed fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tbsp pine nuts
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped fine
• Salt to taste
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 tbsp softened butter

Method –

1. Soak and wash the basil in cold water and roughly dry with paper towels
2. Put the first 5 ingredients in a mixie and process to a uniform, creamy consistency
3. Transfer to a bowl and add the grated cheese
4. Then mix in the softened butter