"BLANCHED" BASIL PESTO
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Time 11m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare a bowl of ice water. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Put the basil and parsley in a sieve and plunge it into the boiling water, pushing the leaves down into the water and stirring them so they blanch evenly. Blanch for 15 seconds, then plunge the herbs into the ice water to stop the cooking. Drain immediately, squeeze the herbs dry, and roughly chop.
- In a blender, puree the herbs with the oil, pine nuts, garlic, salt, pepper, and ascorbic acid. When well blended, add the cheese and whir briefly just to mix. Transfer to a bowl and adjust the seasoning. Store the pesto in a small, covered container in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 weeks. Or freeze the pesto for as long as 1 month.
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Chantelle Walker
[email protected]This pesto is a must-try for any basil lover. It's so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious.
Yab Yabisra
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and versatile.
kirito
[email protected]This pesto is the perfect way to brighten up a summer meal. I love the fresh, herbaceous flavor.
Paisley Hays
[email protected]I'm always looking for new pesto recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so easy to make, and it tastes amazing.
Farjana hossain
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to add a pop of flavor to your dishes. I love using it in sandwiches and wraps.
khan bab
[email protected]I love the fact that this pesto is made with all-natural ingredients. I feel good about feeding it to my family.
Ramon Contreras
[email protected]This pesto is so versatile. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a marinade for chicken. It's always delicious.
alfie hollister
[email protected]I'm new to cooking, and this was one of the first recipes I tried. It was so easy to follow, and the pesto turned out great. I'm definitely going to try more recipes from this website.
wasim iqbal
[email protected]I made this pesto for a party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! I served it with pasta, and it was the perfect summer meal.
Amanullah Hashmi
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to use up fresh basil. I have a basil plant in my garden, and I'm always looking for new ways to use it. This pesto is a delicious and easy way to do that.
Samra Ayaz
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this pesto. The blanching mellows out the flavor of the basil, and the other ingredients really complement it well.
Journee
[email protected]This is the best pesto recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make, and it tastes so fresh and delicious. I love that it doesn't have any cheese in it, so it's perfect for people who are lactose-intolerant.
Declores Rose
[email protected]I was a little skeptical about blanching the basil, but it really does make a difference. The pesto is so much more vibrant and flavorful.
DLS Digital
[email protected]I've made this pesto several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's so versatile. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dip for vegetables.
Szymon
[email protected]This pesto is amazing! I love the bright, fresh flavor of the basil. I used it on pasta, and it was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.