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Basil Parsley Pesto
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 10 Minutes
Servings: 6
I have used it so many times in so many different ways. If you can, allow to refrigerate for several hours before using to allow the flavors to blend. (This is not included in recipe time.
Ingredients:
1 cup tightly packed fresh basil or 1 cup cilantro leaf
1 cup tightly packed fresh parsley leaves
1 -2 garlic clove
1/2 cup olive oil or 1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions:
1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor; cover and puree until smooth.
2. Toss with hot cooked pasta or vegetables, spread on French bread or use in any recipe calling for pesto.
3. Can be refrigerated for several weeks or frozen in a tightly covered container. Yield: 3/4 cup.
By RecipeOfHealth.com