Pesto (Basil Sauce) Recipe

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Ingredients
1	cup	basil leaves
2	teaspoon	garlic, minced
1/2	cup	olive oil
2	tablespoon	pine nuts, chopped
1/8	teaspoon	salt
1		pepper, freshly ground
Directions:
Puree all the ingredients in a blender or in a food processor. Or, if you want to do it the traditional way, pound the basil leaves, garlic, salt & nuts together with a mortar & pestle & then beat in the olive oil. Use in soups or toss with hot pasta & serve as a main dish. Smaller quantities make an ideal appetizer. Will keep in the refrigerator or will freeze.