2 cups loosely packed fresh basil
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh parsley, optional
1/2 cup (50 grams) finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1/4 cup (35 grams) pine nuts, pistachios or walnuts, toasted
1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
2 garlic cloves, finely minced or grated
1/3 cup (85 milliliters) extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Add the basil, parsley, Parmigiano-Reggiano, nuts, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic and extra virgin olive oil to a food processor and blitz until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Store in a sealed container for up to 1 week in the fridge or 3 months in the freezer.