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Pesto Hollywood Bowl

1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves (Trader Joe's has large pkg or fresh plant)
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (Trader Joe's)
2 Tbsp pine nuts (Trader Joe's)
1 clove minced garlic
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Pasta (I used Trader Joe's cheese tortellini)

In the bowl of a food processer (I have the little one), combine basil, salt, pepper and process a few seconds until the basil is chopped. Add the cheese, pine nuts, and garlic, and while the processor is running, add the oil in a thin steady stream until a mostly smooth sauce is formed.
Transfer pesto into a bowl and set aside.
Pesto may be made 1 day in advance; seal air out w/plastic wrap, lay on top to seal air out. Double for larger group.
I put the tortellini on skewers for appetizers and used pesto for dipping.

Recipe Contributed by Patty Kuchenski