Basil Pesto

1 large garlic clove

2 cups packed basil leaves

1/3 cup pine nuts

1/4 - 1/2 tsp salt

2/3 cups extra virgin olive oil

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Finely chop garlic in food processor; add basil and chop again. Add pine nuts; process until finely chopped. Add salt, olive oil, and cheese; process once more.

Makes 1 cup.

Adapted from Simply Israel, T. Gila Levine, Israel, 2007, page 97