HAZELNUT, RICOTTA, AND LEMON PESTO

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Provided by Michael Chiarello

Categories     Food Processor     Cheese     Citrus     Nut     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 2 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 garlic clove, peeled
1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted, husked (about 2 ounces)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 1/2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese (from one 15-ounce container)
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons (packed) finely grated lemon peel
3 tablespoons freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
Fine sea salt

Steps:

  • With processor running, drop garlic clove into machine and blend until finely chopped. Add hazelnuts, basil, and 2 tablespoons olive oil; process until hazelnuts and basil are finely chopped. Add ricotta cheese, lemon juice, lemon peel, and remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil; process until well blended. Transfer mixture to small bowl and stir in Pecorino Romano cheese. Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.

Levi Andrea
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I love the bright and cheerful flavors of this recipe. It's a great way to celebrate spring.


Nelli kk Mwenda
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Marie Coupe
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This recipe is so versatile. I've used it to make pasta, pizza, and even soup. It's always delicious.


christell williams
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This is the perfect recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Szabolcs Szilva
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I used whole wheat pasta and it worked great. This recipe is a healthy and delicious way to get your veggies.


Natasha Ke
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This recipe is a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and red pepper flakes to give it some more flavor.


Aaron Amador
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover ricotta.


Curvaceous Gloria
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The lemon and hazelnut are a perfect match.


Muhamad Issa
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Tara Budha
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I'm not a huge fan of hazelnuts, but I loved this recipe. The lemon and pesto flavors really shine through.


Anthony genius
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are incredible.


Dipen magar
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I had some trouble finding hazelnut ricotta, but I used regular ricotta and it worked just fine.


Golam Rosul
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The hazelnut ricotta was a bit too rich for my taste, but the lemon pesto was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


roy _writes
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


David Clara
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the fresh and zesty flavors.


Nomi Meo
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The pesto was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked to al dente perfection.


Kings Lovecivi
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I'm generally not a fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon and hazelnut flavors were a perfect match.


Nick O'Connor
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This recipe was an absolute delight! The hazelnut ricotta and lemon pesto combination was incredibly flavorful and unique.