Peel and halve a clove of garlic, then remove the core in the centre of the clove and discard.
Place the fresh basil leaves, grated parmesan, pine nuts and garlic clove in a food processor and process until finely chopped.
Place softened butter in a bowl. Then add chopped basil mixture to butter and mix well to combine, then add salt to taste.
Shape butter mixture into a log then wrap in baking paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate.
