Pistachio Pesto
Submitted by John on 12 April 2007 - 8:56pm.
tags: preparations | basil
This is a great alternative to classic pesto. It goes great in risottos.
Ready
- ½ cup fresh shelled pistachio, unsalted
- 1 cup basil leaves
- ⅓ cup olive oil, extra-virgin
- 4 ea garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup grated imported Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup grated imported Asiago cheese
- Salt & fresh ground black pepper to taste
Set
- Food Processor
- Baking sheet
Go
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place pistachios on baking sheet and roast 5 to 7 minutes or until lightly brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool.
- Place cooled pistachios, garlic and cheeses in food processor.
- With machine running, drizzle in olive oil and continue processing to a paste.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Re: Pistachio Pesto
Submitted by advert on 30 November 2009 - 4:14am.
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