green pepper pesto
Prep
Total
Yield 5
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch basil (about 2 cups leaves)
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds
- 4 - 5 friarielli peppers (or a half green bell pepper), seeded and roughly chopped
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Place the basil, garlic, peppers, salt and almonds in a food processor. Process until a rough paste forms. You may have to scrape down the sides.
- With the motor running, add the oil. Process until smooth.
- Take out of processor and blend in the cheese.
- Serve on top of pasta.
Recipe by Elizabeth Minchilli at https://www.elizabethminchilli.com/2014/07/green-pepper-pesto-da-adolfo/