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STRAWBERRY BASIL PESTO

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Strawberry Basil Pesto

I found this recipe on ChocolateandZucchini.com, one of my favorite cooking sites. It is quite different and surprisingly delicious!

Makes about 1/2 cup (the recipe can be doubled).

 


CATEGORIES

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 1/3 cup whole blanched almonds, toasted
  • A small handful (about 1/3 cup) fresh basil leaves
  • 5 small strawberries (or 3 large), hulled [be sure to use fragrant and full-flavored strawberries: if they're a bit bland, I'm quite sure they'll get lost in the battle]
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt, freshly ground pepper

DIRECTIONS

Combine the Parmesan, almonds, and basil in a mixer or blender, and process in short pulses until the mixture forms a paste. Add the strawberries and olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and mix until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Transfer into a jar, close tightly, refrigerate, and use within a few days.


Use in sandwiches, on canapes and crostini, toss with pasta, etc.


RECIPE BACKSTORY

I found this recipe on ChocolateandZucchini.com, one of my favorite cooking sites. It is quite different and surprisingly delicious!

Makes about 1/2 cup (the recipe can be doubled).

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