The Farmers Market at the X
Tuesdays 12:30 - 6 p.m. May - October
Trinity Church Parking Lot, 361 Sumner Ave, Springfield, MA
Sponsored by Concerned Citizens for Springfield
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Funded by the
and Private Contributors.
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hickory dell lower fat pesto
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4 Cups Basil Leaves
6 - 12 cloves Garlic
¼ to 1/3 cup Olive Oil
1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated
¼ cup Romano Cheese, freshly grated
½ cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
1 tsp. Dill Vinegar or Lemon Juice
In food processor, chop basil, add garlic and chop again. Add a little oil, through processor top, while
blending. Add cheese and pine nuts (can reserve half to mix in by hand if desired) and blend. Add vinegar or
lemon. Add oil to desired consistency.
Add to one pound of hot pasta. Sprinkle with nuts, if reserved. Serve with additional grated cheese if desired.
To freeze, fill containers with pesto mixture and tamp down. (jars with 3-4 inch openings work well) Pour a
small amount of oil on top and add a drop of vinegar (dill or other flavor). Cover and freeze.
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