Our basil is doing quite well this year.
The aroma fills the kitchen and tempts my tummy for pesto.
Here's a twist on the traditional Italian staple.
(Walnut pesto)
1 1/2 C basil
1/2 C olive oil
1/3 C toasted walnuts
1/2 C parmesan
2 cloves garlic
salt/pepper to taste
Toast walnuts in a shallow pan for 4-5 minutes over medium heat.
Place all dry ingredients into food processor.
With blade running, drizzle olive oil into processor bowl.
Will keep in fridge for up to a week,
or freeze in ice cube trays.
This delectable concoction can be added to
pasta, French bread, fish, chicken, soups or as a sandwich spread.
Enjoy!
Your basil looks awfully pretty. I'm thinking I could try your recipe with pecans, since they are so abundant here.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure pecans would work, as well as almonds or macadamia nuts.
DeleteInteresting! I've never heard of this type of pesto before. Looks yummy!
ReplyDeleteIt's good on so many things, Tammy.
DeleteOh that is great. I have not used walnuts before but I have them and I have basil--lots to still use up. I freeze a bunch in ice cube trays for the winter. It is so nice to have that fresh basil taste when it is too cold outside for my plants. Thanks for the twist!
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoy it soon!
DeleteYummmm...... I love pesto! Reminds me that I need to make some before my basil goes to seed. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm sure it'll be wonderful!
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