pesto

pesto trapanese (pesto with almonds & tomatoes)

February 13, 2020

A Sicilian city called Trapani is the birthplace of pesto trapanese where almonds and tomatoes are added.

Artichoke Pesto

April 29, 2016

One dish, seven uses. Artichokes, garlic and olive oil blended into a bright green pesto that earns its place in the fridge.

Grilled Garlic Scapes Pesto

July 20, 2015

It’s funny how easily I can be distracted when trying to write a post.  I…

radish leaf pesto

May 25, 2015

Pesto derives its name from pestâ which means to pound/crush.  A typical pesto consists of…

Pear and Blue Cheese Pizza

November 28, 2014

What to do with overly ripe pears? A few things come to mind: fruit leather,…

Pepperoni Pesto

November 6, 2013

When I think of pesto my mind immediately sees plump basil leaves, pine nuts, a…

Homemade Pesto

August 1, 2013

Almost every cuisine on our planet has found an important role for garlic and is…

Cedar Plank Grilled Mushroom Stacks

June 20, 2013

John and I barbeque all year round and when Spring and Summer arrive, it’s full…