We had a pasta making date.It was going to be grand. FUN. Fantastic. And, not only fabulous, but flavorful.#damnCOVIDWell, actually, COVID changed our plans with Level Red (again), and also a little kitchen remodel, which involved painting. There was NO way I was going to attempt to work with flour in a kitchen with even…
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There’s just something about pesto… Not only is it the “besto,” but I also find it crave-worthy and comforting in every season. It’s light and fresh in the spring and summer, it’s warming in the fall, and it’s cozy in the winter. And, pesto in and of itself is so incredibly diverse! For shame I…
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It’s a pesto. It’s a spread. It’s a sauce. It’s a butter. It’s an accoutrement. It’s a crumble. It’s akin to the tantalizing texture topping a summer berry cobbler or crisp, only savory. It’s pretty much everything all in one…and it’s delicious… Can anyone else name a well known seed that’s been masquerading as a…
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It seems rather silly to allow for a giant amount of Lemon Pistachio Pesto to go to waste. (The recipe makes a ton). And, it also seems a bit frivolous to cook only one measly beet for a pasta recipe. Thus, we have a combination of leftover to create something entirely new. Smashed sweet potatoes, roasted…
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I believe the pistachio is an oft-forgotten nut when it comes to pesto. It’s always about the pine nut and the basil – or even the almond, when it comes to the amazingly simple, yet surprisingly gourmet and luxurious sauce. I like to fancy things up a bit, and give the humble others a go…
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