Add your pine nuts or walnuts to your food processor or blender. Pulse until finely chopped.

Add the basil with the nuts and pulse a few times more in a food processor.

Add the garlic & lemon juice pulse a few times more.

Slowly add the olive oil in a constant stream while the food processor/blender is on. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the food processor with a rubber spatula.

Add the grated cheese and pulse again until blended.

Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Serve with pasta, bread, or whatever floats your boat