For the Pasta
250 gSpaghetti (or penne/fusilli)
1 tsp Salt (for boiling water)
add as requiredWater
For the Pesto Sauce
2 cups (packed)Fresh basil leaves
¼ cupPine nuts (or walnuts/almonds)
2Garlic cloves
½ cupExtra virgin olive oil
½ cupParmesan cheese (grated)
½ tspSalt (adjust to taste)
¼ tspBlack pepper
1 tsp(optional)Lemon juice