'Perfect pesto' recipe

Ingredients

· 4 cups fresh basil leaves (from about 3 large bunches)

· ¼ cup (60ml or tablespoons) olive oil

· 1/3 cup (50g) pine nuts

· 2 garlic cloves

· ½ cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese

· 1 teaspoon salt

Method

1. Combine first 4 ingredients in blender. Blend until paste forms, stopping often to push down basil. Add cheese and salt; blend until smooth.

2. Add extra oil if you prefer a milder taste

Recipe provided by Amelia Scambler