I am so glad it’s Friday. Although it’s a crazy one. Lots of stuff going on today/tonight. But right now- a big coffee and a little girl.
Just got the boys out the door- it’s arbor day. Blake gets to head over to the green downtown, tonight is the talent show- Austin and his band are playing “Day Tripper” by the Beatles. Video will be taken for sure. Fo Sho.
About to head off for a walk- I have been trying to do something- gym or our usual 4 mile walk- every week day. I just feel better when I do.
A couple nights ago I made fresh pesto and it was probably the best batch I have ever made. It was so good I just kept dipping bread in it- yum! Eventually I tossed it with some whole grain pasta and fresh parm cheese and shared with Andy- boys are still suspicious of pesto, it is green after-all
Start with the basil- I have three plants, I should probably get more since we eat so much of it
Add pine nuts. I love pine nuts.
oil
garlic
voila Pesto!
Here is the recipe
- 3 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pine nuts
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
ps. Happy Arbor Day!
I like to make it in big batches and then freeze it in old school ice cube trays. That way I have frozen cubes all year round and can make a quick pasta/pesto dish in minutes!
Thanks for the recipe!
That pesto looks absolutely delicious… thanks for the recipe