Fresh basil lends dishes a sweet-spicy flavor that we can't get enough of. Here are our favorite recipes highlighting the
herb
member of the mint family, basil lends a sweet-spicy flavor with hints
of clove and anise to Italian-style sauces, pesto,
and pasta. It's tomatoes' best
partner, and also adds a refreshing accent to stronger Southeast Asian
flavors. Here are our
favorite recipes highlighting
the fresh herb.
The traditional Genoese sauce of basil, pine nuts, garlic, parmesan
cheese, and olive oil is delicious on pasta, chicken,
and fish. Catering to modern
tastes, we've reduced the amount of olive oil while keeping the flavors
true.
Ingredients
-
1/2 cup
basil leaves
-
4
large or 6 medium garlic cloves
-
1/3 cup
shredded romano cheese
-
3 tablespoons
pine nuts
-
2 tablespoons
minced parsley
-
1/2 teaspoon
salt
-
1/4 cup
plus 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
Preparation
- Put basil in a mortar with garlic, romano cheese, pine nuts,
parsley, and salt. Pound until smooth, then add olive oil and mix until
smooth. Or, whirl all ingredients in a blender.
- Note: Nutritional analysis is per tbsp.
From: Sunset.com/ Posted by Mags
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