Pesto Sauce

Preparation Time: 20 min

Servings: 2 portions

Ingredients:

·        2 cups firmly packed fresh Italian basil leaves

·        ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

·        ½ cup olive oil

·        3 cloves garlic, peeled then crushed

·        ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted

·        Extra Parmesan cheese for decoration

Procedures:

1.      Mix all the ingredients in a food processor

2.      Divide into desired size portions

3.      Freeze up to 3 months

4.      Thaw at room temperature and mix with hot cooked pasta

5.      Serve decorated with Parmesan cheese