"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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Natashavirus Ebukabb
[email protected]This pesto is the best! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Marinette cheng
[email protected]I'm always looking for new pesto recipes and this one is definitely a keeper.
kiya senaf
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to use up leftover basil. It's also a great way to add flavor to grilled chicken or fish.
Joshua Cox
[email protected]I love the addition of blanched basil to this pesto. It gives it a really unique flavor.
Nawal Ahmad
[email protected]I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the pesto turned out great.
Faheem Irshaad
[email protected]This pesto is so easy to make and it tastes so good. I love using it as a dip for vegetables.
Andrei Damila
[email protected]I've tried many pesto recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of flavors.
Vincent Hall
[email protected]This pesto is delicious! I used it on pasta and it was amazing.
Pubg KiNg
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and versatile.
Md Onike Ahmed bappi_040
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about blanching the basil, but it really does make a difference. The pesto has a much brighter, more vibrant flavor.
MD Fazle Rabbi
[email protected]This is my go-to pesto recipe. It's simple, delicious, and always turns out great.
kelvin chuks
[email protected]I've made this pesto several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes so good.
Sf Rishi
[email protected]This pesto is amazing! I love the bright, fresh flavor of the basil. It's the perfect addition to pasta, pizza, or even just spread on some bread.