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Fettucine with Broccolini and Pistachio Pesto

Apr 19, 2008
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Fettucine with Broccolini and Pistachio Pesto

For those no time, big hunger nights, pasta is an easy choice. I always have a few frozen "nests" of fresh pasta saved just for those nights. Simply add whatever seasonal vegetables you have on hand and saute it in olive olive oil and garlic. I like to add a nice sprinkling of pecorino romano and if you have five extra minutes a nice pesto never hurt anyone.

Pistachio & Sun-dried Tomato Pesto
1 cup unsalted roasted shelled pistachios, I'm currently enjoying pistachios from Santa Barbara Pistachio Co
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup parsley
1 garlic clove
1 teaspoon Sun-dried tomatoes (The ones that are jarred and soaked in olive oil)
1/2 cup finely shredded pecorino cheese

In a food processor, pulse the pistachios until they are coarsely chopped. Next add olive oil, parsley, tomatoes and garlic and pulse to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

Burger with Truffle Cheese & Pesto on Herbed Focaccia

Jul 6, 2007
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When I just feel like having a casual, no-frills dinner I often find myself turning to the ol' standby burger (veggie, that is). You've got your protein, carbs, veggies and tons of flavor all wrapped up in one little package. Eating with your hands is also an extra perk! :) We had ours on homemade focaccia rolls, with Trader Joe's truffle cheese, baby spinach, basil pesto, grilled Maui onions and some Dijon mustard. Could have used a slice or two of tomato, but other than that it was perfect. Flavor explosion.. warm, toasty roll spiked with bits of chopped rosemary, creamy, garlicky pesto, sweet grilled onions, just-melted truffle cheese and fresh spinach all served to accentuate the moist veggie patty that was loaded with tons of shredded carrots, grilled corn and mushrooms. What would you put on yours???