Minimalist pesto

Ingredients:

• 1 large bunch basil, leaves picked
• 1 clove garlic, peeled & finely chopped
• 1 handful pinenuts
• 2 large handfuls grated parmesan
• extra virgin olive oil

Process:

1. Wash and dry your basil then place in a clean plastic bag. Pound with your fist or a meat mallet until the leaves are bruised – this help release the basil aroma and makes it easer to chop in the next step.
2. Place bruised basil, garlic and pinenuts on a large chopping board. Chop and keep on chopping until everything is finely chopped and starting to look like gremolata. Transfer to a mixing bowl and stir through enough olive oil to make a rough paste. 
3. Stir through cheese. Taste and season.