Ingredients
2 cloves garlic
1 tsp. salt
2 cups tightly packed basil leaves
2 tbsp. finely chopped pine nuts
1/2 cup olive oil (I use 1/4 cup olive oil)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
4 tbsp. butter (I only use 1 tbsp)
2 tbsp. romano cheese, freshly grated
2 tbsp. boiling water
Preparation
Blend garlic, salt, basil, pine nuts and olive oil in blender of food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down sides 2 or 3 times. Add cheeses and butter just to incorporate. Add boiling water and process for 1-2 seconds. The sauce is now ready to be served with freshly cooked pasta or a crusty bread. I use it as a topper to caprese.
