Mix pesto with freshly cooked spaghetti and serve with grated parmesan.
A couple of spoons stirred into salad dressings, soups and sauces really adds to the flavour.
Method
- Put the rocket, oil and garlic into a food processor or blender and chop finely.
- Add the nuts, pepper and cheese and whiz till you get the desired consistency.
- Add a splash of lemon juice.
- Taste and add salt – if required
Serve in one of the ways listed below or put into containers and keep in the fridge or freezer, until required.
Ingredients
Prep time: 5 mins
Cook time: none
70g Rocket
(you could use young spinach, basil or sorrel leaves instead if you prefer)
5 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled
5 tbsp pine nuts (or unsalted cashews, blanched almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts – or a mixture)
3 tbsp of grated cheese (parmesan or cheddar)
Black pepper
Splash of lemon juice
Salt
• A food processor or blender is required for this recipe.
• Mix pesto with freshly cooked spaghetti and serve with grated parmesan.
• Spread on pizza bases before adding your usual topping.
• A couple of spoons stirred into salad dressings, soups and sauces really adds to the flavour.
