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Cilantro Pesto

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ cup walnuts or pecans
  • salt to taste
  • ½ cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. In an electric food processor or blender, blend cilantro, garlic, vinegar, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, nuts, and salt. Add ¼ cup of the olive oil, and blend the pesto. Add more olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
  2. Pour pesto in a small saucepan and warm over low heat, stirring constantly, until pesto begins to simmer. Pour over cooked pasta or potatoes and toss.