Pesto Ala Genovese

Ingredients

• 2 c small basil leaves
• 12 c pine nuts or walnuts
• 2 cloves garlic minced fine
• 34 c olive oil
• 6 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 6 Tbsp grated Pecorino Roman cheese
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 lb pasta your choice
• boiling salted water

Directions

1. In a blender or food processor put basil leaves nuts and garlic
2. Blend until smooth Add olive oil a little at a time pushing down mixture with plastic spatula as needed
3. Add grated cheese and pepper
4. Blend to smooth paste
5. Heat sauce in double boiler
6. Cook pasta al dente according to package
7. Drain and transfer to heated serving dish
8. Toss with pesto