Pesto
Use on pasta, sandwiches, roasted vegetables, potatoes and more. Pesto is usually made with basil but you can use anything that is fresh and ready in the garden as a substitute.
Ingredients
- 1/4 Cup pine nuts, walnuts, or whatever nut you like, pepitas are also nice
- 1/4 Cup Olive Oil if you need more, use it, you want a thick sauce texture.
- 1 Cups Fresh Basil
- 1/3 Cup Grated Parmesan or Asiago cheese
- 2-3 Cloves Fresh Garlic
Instructions
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Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
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Use on pastas, sandwiches, roasted vegetables, potatoes and more. Pesto is usually made with basil but you can use anything that is fresh and ready in the garden as a substitute.
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Other possibilities include substituting the nuts and herbs for different cuisines:
• Peanuts or cashews, Thai basil and a splash of sesame oil for Thai and Asian dishes
• Sage and walnuts for poultry and potato dishes
• Mint and cashew for lamb dishes and Asian
• Cilantro, oregano, Monterey jack or cheddar, and pepitas for Mexican
• Roasted red pepper and arugula – great with a slice of Manchego cheese and crackers