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Easy Pesto

2 1/2 cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves

1 cup (4 ounces) freshly grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

1/3 cup olive oil

1/4 cup pine nuts

Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

1. In a blender or food processor, combine the basil, Parmesan or Romano, and olive oil. Whirl to form a paste.
2. Stir in pine nuts; season to taste with salt and pepper.

Makes about 2 cups.