Thursday, November 15, 2007

Roasted Yellow Pepper & Cilantro Pesto

This full flavored pesto goes great with fish or chicken.

Ingredients
1 large yellow bell pepper
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon pine nuts
3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
1/4 - 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions
Broil the pepper for 10-15 minutes. Let it cool down, then remove the skin, and chop the pepper.

Add the chopped pepper, pine nuts, garlic, cilantro, and cheese to a food processor and pulse until combined.

Add the oil with the motor running until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.

Use as a topping with your favorite fish or chicken recipes.

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