*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                               PURPLE PESTO

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Sauces                           Seasonings

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2       c            Opal or Purple Ruffle basil
   2       tb           Sun dried tomatoes
   2                    Garlic cloves
   6       tb           Asiago cheese
     1/3   c            Pine nuts or walnuts
     1/2   c            Olive oil

  Combine all ingredients except oil in blender or food processor. Slowly add
  oil.  Blend to desired consistency and toss on freshly cooked pasta.
  
  (This pesto variation makes a great sauce with sauteed strips of sweet
  Italian peppers and linguine.)
  
  From: The Cook's Garden catalog - Spring/Summer 1989 - page 1)
 


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