Ingredients

• 1

  pound pasta, such as spaghetti

• 2

  cups packed fresh basil leaves

• 2

  garlic cloves

• ½

  cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts

• ½

  cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving

• ½

  cup Mina extra virgin olive oil

• Salt, to taste

Preparation

• Step 1

  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. 

• Step 2

  Meanwhile, pulse basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan in a food processor or blender, drizzling in olive oil and stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides, until smooth.  

• Step 3

  Transfer pesto into a large pan over low heat. Using tongs, transfer pasta to the pan and toss until well coated with pesto. Salt to taste, and serve with Parmesan and fresh basil. Enjoy!