Parsley Pesto Pasta

Ingredients:
1 lb penne pasta
salt
2 cups flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup pignoli/pine nuts
1 clove garlic, cracked away from skin
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/2 tsp coarse black pepper
1 cup grated parmigian cheese

Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add salt and pasta and cook till al dente. In food processor combine parsley, pine nuts, and garlic.Process and stream in about 1/4 cup oil. Remove parsley paste to a large serving bowl. Stir in pepper and grated cheese. Add remaining oil and stir to combine. Add pasta and stir till well mixed.