Cilantro Pesto

2011-08-26 14:04
Mountain Standard Time

1 bunch fresh cilantro, rinsed and dried and chopped up

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

 1 T garlic powder

1 tablespoon lime juice

½ cup extra virgin olive oil  (Or Lime flavored Olive oil)

½ teaspoon sea salt or to taste

Coarsely chop the stems and place them in a food processor or blender.   I Use my magic bullet and grind it a bit and add more, and yes it does all fit into the bigger cup.  Add the cheese, garlic, lime juice, oil and salt and process to a uniform consistency. Add the leaves and process until the leaves are coarsely chopped.

Keeps a good 2 weeks in the fridge, I usually take it out and warm it on the counter a bit before using.  it tastes better that way.

I like it over pasta, my family loves it as the sauce in pizza.  Or put some on your tacos or burritos.

Did you know cilantro is good for you?