Basil, and plenty of it!
Wondering what to do with all that basil in your garden? When the family was here last week and I was looking for a pesto that didn't have tree nuts, I discovered another basil pesto recipe, so today I thought I'd give you both of those that I've used within the past two weeks. They're equally delicious, and it's nice to have something a little different.
Poor Man's Basil Pesto (That is, poor, but not destitute), Recipe:
4 c. basil leaves
1/2 c. walnuts (The Rich Man's Pesto calls for pine nuts. Have you seen the price on those things? The price of walnuts is bad enough!)
3 cloves garlic
3 T. extra virgin olive oil
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
Chop basil leaves. Add chopped walnuts, garlic, EVOO, and parmesan cheese. Pulse in food processor. Some people freeze it; others freeze it without the cheese and add that later after thawing the pesto.
Lemon Basil Pesto Recipe:
(A good alternative for those allergic to tree nuts),
4 c. basil leaves
3 cloves garlic
3 T. EVOO
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
Juice of one lemon
1 t. lemon zest (Of course I used more!)
Salt & Pepper
Follow instructions for first recipe. There it is. Simple! And another pesto for your arsenal.
Lemon Basil Pesto
and Tinkyada Fettucini
Don't you think that Tinkyada should send me free pasta for all the times I've recommended their brand?? :-)
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