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Thyme Pesto

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Parsley and thyme replace the usual basil in this sauce. Try it on cooked vegetables.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1 cup

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups loosely packed fresh parsley
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh thyme leaves or 1 tablespoon dried, crumbled, plus 1/2 cup fresh parsley
1/2 cup (about 2 ounces) grated Parmesan
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup olive oil

Preparation

  1. Finely chop first 5 ingredients in processor. With machine running, gradually add 1/2 cup olive oil. Continue processing until pesto is almost smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Pesto can be prepared up to 1 week ahead. Cover tightly and refrigerate.)

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