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Pesto Cream Sauce Recipe
by Global Cookbook

Pesto Cream Sauce
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  Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 1 c. Coarsely minced fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 c. Freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 x Garlic cloves
  • 1/4 c. Pine nuts roasted
  •     (or possibly substitute almonds, pistachios or possibly cashews)
  • 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 c. Heavy cream
  •     Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a food processor, blend basil, cheese, garlic and pine nuts till coarsely mixed. Add in extra virgin olive oil and process for 15 seconds more. Transfer contents to a small sauce pan and stir in cream. Cook over medium heat till thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Serving Ideas: Pesto is a perfect accompaniment to poultry, fish, vegetables, or possibly pasta.
  3. Comments: Pesto is a very popular sauce which has been around for years, but during the past 10 to 15 years it has become standard restaurant fare. Although jars of pesto are readily available in supermarkets and gourmet shops throughout the United States, fresh pesto is outstanding, easy to make, and can be frzn for several months.