Spinach and Basil Pesto (and Ten More Interesting Pesto Variations)

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp

Garlic puree or finely minced fresh garlic

2 cups

Spinach, packed fresh leaves

2/3 cup

Olive oil, extra virgin

2/3 cup

Pine nuts

1 1/3 cups

Parmesan cheese, good quality grated

2 cups

(packed) fresh basil leaves (washed and spun dry or dried with paper towels)