Combine basil and garlic cloves until finely chopped: (I use my food processor for this) Then add salt, and pine nuts. Again, combine until finely chopped
Keep blade on then slowly add the extra virgin olive oil (mild flavor). Remove from food processor or blender place in bowl and fold in softened butter and fresh grated Parmesan.
Serve with linguine noodles. Delicious topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, freshly chopped tomatoes and lightly steamed cauliflower florets.
Notes
I usually make more than I need and put extra in an ice cube tray in the freezer. Then I can pop out individual portions, warm it up a little and have instant homemade pesto!
Recipe by Living Full on Life at https://www.livingfullonlife.com/?p=1643