Pesto Toscano(Tuscan Pesto)

* Exported from MasterCook *

PESTO TOSCANO (TUSCAN PESTO)

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Main Dish Italian
Pasta Vegetarian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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18 oz Fresh kale
2 ea Garlic cloves, minced
1 t Salt
3/4 c Olive oil

Wash the kale well in cold water & pat it dry. Cut
away the ribs & stem of the kale, leaving only the
leafy greens. Combine all the ingredients in a food
processor & process to form a thick paste. Will keep
in the refrigerator for 5 or 6 days. VARIATION: For a
mellower & less robust flavour, blanch the kale in
boiling water for 3 to 5 minutes. Serves 12 as an
appetizer on crostini.



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