Kittencalsperfectpesto Recipes

KITTENCAL'S PESTO BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Preheat broiler.
• Prepare a large baking sheet.
• Slice the bread to desired size slices.
• Spread a thin layer of prepared pesto onto each slice.
• Top with chopped tomatoes then 1-2 slices of mozzarella cheese.
• Place onto baking sheet in one layer.
• Broil for about 3-5 minutes or until lightly browned.
• Delicious!

PESTO

Steps:

• Place the walnuts, pignolis, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Process for 30 seconds. Add the basil leaves, salt, and pepper. With the processor running, slowly pour the olive oil into the bowl through the feed tube and process until the pesto is thoroughly pureed. Add the Parmesan and puree for a minute. Serve, or store the pesto in the refrigerator or freezer with a thin film of olive oil on top.

KITTENCAL'S PERFECT PESTO

Steps:

• Combine the basil, olive oil, pine nuts and garlic cloves in a blender (or food processor).
• Blend until a paste form, stopping often to push down the basil.
• Add in the Parmesan cheese and Kosher salt; blend until smooth.
• Transfer to a bowl.
• NOTE to clean fresh basil leaves; swirl in a bowl of water then spin them very dry in a salad spinner.
• If not using right away store the clean leaves in a sealed plastic bag with a slightly damp paper towel, the leaves should keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days.