Apple Pesto
Serves 4
Total Time: 15 minutes
INGREDIENTS
- 1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves, cleaned and dried
- 1 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1 cup chopped apple, cored
- 1/4 cup blanched, salted almonds
- 1 tablespoon apple cider
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
DIRECTIONS
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In food processor or blender, place all pesto ingredients except vegetable oil.
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Process on high speed just until ingredients are well mixed (1 minute).
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While food processor is processing, add vegetable oil, one tablespoon at a time, until texture is smooth (1 to 2 minutes).
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To serve, place dip in a bowl, and surround with variety of favorite apples and crackers, or serve on top of softened cheeses.
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Cover; refrigerate leftovers.
Recipe courtesy of U.S. Apple Association
