Ann's Pesto

1/2 cup pine nuts or almonds (raw)
3 cloves garlic
2 cups fresh basil
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
7 Tbs. olive oil/ water combination (eyeball it)

Brown nuts in dry skillet while boiling water to blanch garlic - dip garlic in water for 30 seconds. Press garlic. Add nuts to blender or food processor.
Blend garlic, nuts, basil and oil. Add salt and pepper. Take mixture out of processor, put in bowl and add cheese.

This freezes well for later consumption. Add alfredo for variety.