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I make this in England and people get upset that my pesto has no basil in it. It’s not like there’s a rule that says pesto has to have basil in it . In fact, there are no rules in the kitchen. And that’s worth saying again. Ther ...

recipe - David - 2 Mar 2012 - 5:07am - 6 comments - 1 attachment

Here is a classic pesto. Great tossed with your favorite pasta. Top soups and bread. It is a must have for the pantry. Ready 1 cup basil leaves ⅓ cup olive oil, extra-virgin 3 ea garlic cloves, minced ½ cup pine nuts, t ...

recipe - John - 20 Oct 2007 - 6:31am - 5 comments - 0 attachments

I am trying to expand my vegan recipes. So, I asked one of my chef friends and he said this was great tossed with pasta. He attributes this recipe to the Vegetarian Times. Ready Pasta, enough for 4 of your choice, cooked and drained &# ...

recipe - John - 28 Nov 2009 - 6:25pm - 5 comments - 0 attachments

This is a great alternative to classic pesto . It goes great in risottos. Ready ½ cup fresh shelled pistachio, unsalted 1 cup basil leaves ⅓ cup olive oil, extra-virgin 4 ea garlic cloves, minced ½ cup grated ...

recipe - John - 12 Apr 2007 - 8:56pm - 1 comment - 0 attachments

This bright green, aromatic and flavorful sauce originated in Genoa, Italy. Traditionally this thick sauce is made by pulverizing or pounding large quantities of basil leaves with pine nuts, olive oil, garlic and Parmesan cheese. This can be done with ...

reference - anon (not verified) - 11 Nov 2006 - 8:32pm - 0 comments - 0 attachments

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recommendation - Andrew - 12 Apr 2007 - 12:27am - 2 comments - 0 attachments

Our friend Az arrived with a string of chili pepper xmas lights to our amusement but wariness of the ideological implications. It was a holiday party with the 2 y.o. vegan-family. Because of their kid’s severe kid allergies, we were allowed also n ...

story - nigelc21 - 14 May 2007 - 7:30pm - 1 comment - 0 attachments

Help. My college age daughter has gone vegan on me. I am trying to honor her choice by cooking with her every Sunday. I found a great miso pesto recipe here. Can anyone recommend some good recipes for both vegans and non-vegans to enjoy together. ...

forum topic - GuthrieMARGARITA31 - 3 Dec 2010 - 7:55pm - 2 comments - 0 attachments

Help. I have been asked to plan and prepare for a party for 75 people. Can anyone tell me the total weight of food per person. I do not know how to estimate how much to prepare for so many people. My thoughts for a menu are: Roast pork loin to ...

forum topic - adele tiberio - 6 Mar 2010 - 4:53pm - 4 comments - 1 attachment

I am very happy to find this section on organic gardening. Is this new? Well regardless my question concerns growing basil. My good friend insists that one should picking basil back a little every day to keep the plants from flowering. her argument i ...

forum topic - SlowHand - 12 Aug 2007 - 5:37pm - 7 comments - 0 attachments