Preparation

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Bring a large pan of water with 2 tsp salt to the boil.

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Add the spaghetti and cook according to the pack instructions until al dente.

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In a dry non-stick pan, toast the pine nuts until they begin to colour.

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Grate the Parmesan. Reserve 4 tbsp for garnishing.

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Wash the basil and shake dry. Place in a blender, reserving a few leaves to garnish, with the pine nuts and 2 garlic cloves.

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Gradually add the oil and blitz until smooth.

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Add the grated Parmesan.

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If needed add a little more oil to make a creamy pesto.

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Pour the pesto into a small bowl and season with salt and pepper.

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Drain the spaghetti.

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Return the spaghetti to the pan.

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Toss with the pesto and serve garnsihed with the reserved Parmesan and basil.