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Amaranta Pesto

Contributed By: Hilary
DCC

Pesto was invented in Italy and can be used for warm or cold pastas.

Ingredients

2 tbsp Golden raisins

1/2 cup Stock

1 clove Garlic, crushed

1 tbsp Vegetable oil

1/2 cup Blanched and ground almonds

3 tbsp Chopped fresh oregano

1/2 tsp Cumin

1/2 tsp Paprika

Salt to taste

3 tbsp Grated parmesan cheese

Preparation

Soak the raisins in the stock in advance. Saute the garlic in the oil. Add the raisins, almonds, oregano, cumin, paprika, and salt. Just as you remove the mixture from the heat, add the parmesan.

Cook's Notes

Pesto goes well with seafood or can be added to a boring soup to give it more personality. Pesto will keep for several days in the refrigerator.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Make Ahead
Nutrition Content: Low Sodium
Meal Type: Sauces

Nutrient Information

Calories: 150
Total Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.8 g
Carbohydrates: 9 g
Protein: 5 g
Vitamin A: 218 IU
Vitamin C: 3 mg
Calcium: 93 mg
Sodium: 103 mg
Iron: 0.9 mg
Fiber: 2 g