Whole green chiles add flavor and spark
to this creamy pesto made with Parmesan cheese, fresh cilantro
and toasted pine nuts. Stir it into hot pasta to serve, or try
it as a dip for fresh vegetables or a spread for your gourmet
sandwiches.
Green
Chile and Cilantro Pesto
- 2 cups chopped fresh cilantro
leaves
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 (4-ounce) can whole green chiles
4 cloves large garlic, peeled
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 cup vegetable oil
- Place cilantro, cheese,
pine nuts, chiles, garlic, lime juice and salt in food processor;
cover. Process until finely grated. Process, while slowly adding
oil, for 1 minute or until almost smooth.
- Serve over pasta or as
a dip for vegetables.
Makes 2 cups.
Recipe is
the property of Nestlé® and Meals.com, used with permission.
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