Basil Pecan Pesto

3 cups fresh basil leaves

1 ½ cups pecans

4 cloves garlic

½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

¾ cup olive oil

½ teaspoon kosher salt

1 pinch ground black pepper to taste

Blend the basil, pecans, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a food processor until the mixture becomes a slightly chunky paste.