1 c. fresh basil (if not available, use 1/2 c. dried)
1 c. fresh parsley
1 c. pine nuts
1 to 2 cloves garlic
1/4 c. olive oil
1/4 c. butter
3 oz. cream cheese
1/2 c. grated Romano
1 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
salt to taste

Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. If it appears too thick, add a little more olive oil.

Boil pasta (angel hair, spaghetti or fettucini) and spoon pesto over pasta that is al dente. Use some pasta water to "dilute" or thin out pesto. Use additional Romano cheese to top before serving.