Homemade Pesto Sauce

1 large bunch fresh basil ( 2oz leaves only)

1 handful( a generous ounce) of pine nuts

1 handful " " of Parmesan cheese

1 1/2oz olive oil

Pound or liquidize the basil leaves, add 1 0r 2 cloves garlic and the pine nuts.

Add the cheese.

When the pesto is a thick puree' start adding olive oil, a little at a time.

Stir it steadily until the finished sauce is like creamed butter.

If you want to store 'pesto sauce' put in jars, covered with a layer of olive oil.