Best 3 Cranberry Pesto Recipes

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**Cranberry Pesto: A Versatile Sauce for All Seasons**

Brighten up your meals with the vibrant flavors of cranberry pesto! This versatile sauce combines the tartness of cranberries with the nutty flavor of pine nuts, creating a delightful balance that will elevate any dish. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy pasta sauce, a flavorful marinade for grilled meats, or a zesty dip for your favorite appetizers, this cranberry pesto has you covered. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the versatility of this unique and delicious sauce through a collection of irresistible recipes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY, CRANBERRY, AND PESTO SANDWICH



Turkey, Cranberry, and Pesto Sandwich image

When I was a kid, my favorite meal was Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner so my mom often did a semi-Thanksgiving dinner for me in the summer near my birthday. I tend to do something similar, where I brine and roast a small turkey every few months. We typically don't do a full blown Thanksgiving dinner but incorporate the meat into other meals. This recipe is one that I made one summer for a girls Scrapbooking Party luncheon with my turkey and all of the beautiful basil in my backyard garden. As usual, my measurements may be slightly off so feel free to mix it up a bit to make this recipe fit your taste.

Provided by Melanie B.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 baguette, sliced in half lengthwise
1/2 cup pesto sauce, as fresh as possible
4 small heirloom tomatoes, sliced
1/4 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped
1/2 cup butter lettuce leaf
16 ounces turkey breast, sliced
8 ounces havarti cheese, sliced

Steps:

  • Build the sandwich by first spreading pesto on both sides of the bread.
  • Layer turkey, lettuce, tomatoes, cranberries, and cheese on to the bottom piece of bread. Add the top. Slice into 6-8 little sandwiches.
  • Serve and enjoy with your favorite sparkling wine cocktail at a luncheon. You can also Bake for a few minutes until the cheese melts and serve hot with some warm apple cider in the winter time.
  • Note1: I like to prepare fresh pesto straight from my garden the traditional way using lots of fresh basil, lemon juice, toasted pine nuts, garlic, Olive Oil, and salt/pepper.
  • Note2: When preparing the turkey, tomatoes, lettuce, and cheese, ensure the sizes fit the size of your bread. For a small baguette, they need to be fairly small.
  • Note3: Place the Cranberries directly on the Pesto. They will stick into the sandwich better this way.
  • Note 4: It is important to use good quality turkey. I prefer to roast my own after soaking in a basic brine for 24-48 hours. If you don't have the time to do this, use your favorite good quality deli cut.

CRANBERRY PESTO



Cranberry Pesto image

I updated a classic Italian pesto to include cranberries and walnuts. It's so good slathered on pork loin, pasta or turkey sandwiches. -Aysha Schurman, Ammon, ID

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2/3 cup loosely packed basil leaves
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 green onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the first 7 ingredients in a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped. Continue processing while gradually adding oil in a steady stream. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

STUFFED TURKEY BREAST WITH PANCETTA, SAGE PESTO, CRANBERRY GLAZE & SWEET POTATO PURéE RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Stuffed Turkey Breast with Pancetta, Sage Pesto, Cranberry Glaze & Sweet Potato Purée Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-74973

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 turkey breasts
2 cups sage
1 tablespoon pine nuts
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic, crushed
3 tablespoon panko
4 slices pancetta
2 large sweet potatoes, diced into 2-inch cubes
2 tablespoon melted butter
1 tablespoon heavy cream
1/4 cup cranberries

Steps:

  • Sweet potato puree: Bring a pot of water to boil. Boil the sweet potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes. Strain the sweet potatoes, mix with butter, milk, salt and pepper. Mash the sweet potatoes. Cranberry glaze: Simmer the cranberries in a small sauce pan under low heat for 10 to 15 minutes. Turkey breast: Marinate the turkey breasts with balsamic vinegar, tamari, olive oil, ground cumin and ground fennel seeds at least 2 hours. Remove the turkey from the marinade and put it between a large piece of plastic wrap. Pound the turkey breast into thin slices. Put sage, toasted pine nuts, shredded Parmesan, garlic, salt and pepper in a small food processor. Slowly drizzle olive oil into the food processor until the sage pesto becomes pasty Spread the sage pesto on turkey breasts. Put a slice of pancetta on each turkey breast. Roll up the turkey breasts and tie with kitchen twine. Roll the tied up turkey breasts in a bed of panko. Heat the oven to 380°F. Sear the turkey breasts in a cast iron pan, 1 minutes each side for all 4 sides. Bake the turkey under the oven for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove it from the oven and let the turkey rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Slice the turkey and place on top of the sweet potato. Drizzle with reduced boiled cranberries and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Just thaw them before using.
  • To make the pesto ahead of time, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • You can also freeze the pesto for up to 3 months. Just thaw it overnight in the refrigerator before using.
  • Pesto is a versatile sauce that can be used in many different dishes. Try it on pasta, chicken, fish, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Cranberry pesto is a delicious and easy-to-make sauce that can be used in many different dishes. It's a great way to add a bit of tartness and sweetness to your favorite recipes. So next time you're looking for a new way to use cranberries, give cranberry pesto a try.

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