Funky Pesto With Green Beans

* Exported from MasterCook II *

FUNKY PESTO WITH GREEN BEANS

Recipe By :ESSENCE OF EMERIL SHOW#EE2179
Serving Size : Preparation Time :
Categories :New Text Import

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 large red pepper, roasted, -- peeled and seeded
1 cup picked parsley leaves
1 cup picked cilantro leaves
1/4 cup toasted walnuts
1/2 cup grated Asaigo cheese
3/4 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper
1 pound green beans, -- blanched to crisp-tender


Place the red pepper, parsley, cilantro and walnuts in the work bowl of the
food processor. Blend until smooth. Add the cheese, blend to incorporate.
With the machine still running , slowly add the olive oil and process for
30 seconds. Remove from bowl and season. Drop the cooked beans in the water
bath to reheat. Place the beans in a mixing bowl and add the pesto. Toss
and season. Serve in a large pretty bowl.

Yield: vegetables for 8 servings

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