Tag: pesto
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The first time I had pesto was with my friend Tammy. She was making pesto with pasta for a girl’s night out pot luck. I was in love at first bite. The history of basil begins in the regions of Liguria, Italy. This region of the country is extremely fertile and thus known for it’s rich…
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I have been on a pesto kick this past month. I cannot get enough of the stuff. In years past my springtime addiction has consisted of cilantro and limes. Not sure why the sudden change. None the less I am not complaining. Pistachio pesto is a new take on the traditional basil pesto. It is a…
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This is another recipe from Ellie Krieger of the Foodnetwork. 1 1/2 pounds small red potatoes 1 yellow pepper, cored, seeded and coarsely chopped (about 3/4 cup) 1 red pepper, cored, seeded and coarsely chopped (about 3/4 cup) 1/3 cup Basil Pesto, recipe follows Salt and pepper Put the potatoes in a large steamer basket…