Each spring and summer, folks line up at their local farmers markets to grab the first haul of garlic scapes and for good reason! At the front of everyone’s mind? Garlic scape pesto! Garlic scape pesto is just as simple to make as traditional basil or arugula pesto, but features a more intense garlic flavor. The garlic scapes are chopped, then puled into a food processor along with other traditional pesto ingredients, such as fresh basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, lemon zest, extra virgin olive oil, and lots of grated…
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Pesto Gnocchi
Pesto gnocchi with crispy pancetta is a summertime bowl of comfort! You can use store bought potato gnocchi, but we love to make it fresh at home. The light, pillowy texture of the gnocchi can’t be beat! Here’s why we love this simple dinner so much: You will make this dish again and again, promise! If you love gnocchi as much as we do, be sure to try these gnocchi recipes next: Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina and Creamy Kale Gnocchi Ingredient Notes You’ll also need a large pot for boiling the gnocchi,…
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Homemade Walnut Pesto could not be easier to make or more delicious! It’s got 6 ingredients, most of which you likely already have on hand, and has a bright flavor you’ll crave all spring and summer long! Plus, you can make it a few days in advance or freeze for months! Not only does fresh pesto taste 100x better than store-bought, but it can be added to so many dishes! Serve it over grilled chicken or tossed with salmon, make the infamous TikTok pesto eggs, or use it as a spread on…
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If you’ve seen Pixar’s Luca, chances are good that you’re already familiar with Trenette al Pesto! Simple in nature, this traditional Ligurian pasta dish consists of trenette pasta (though spaghetti, linguine, or bucatini will work fine) tossed with a homemade basil Genovese sauce, green beans, and tender cooked potatoes. Sounds dreamy, right? The best part? The pasta, potatoes, and green beans cook in one pot at the same time! In the movie Luca, the recipe hails from Disney-Pixar Director Enrico Casarosa who spent his summers on the Italian Riviera. In the cutest…
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Pesto zoodles with salmon is an easy, flavorful weeknight meal that you will crave. Bake a fresh salmon fillet with cherry or grape tomatoes on a sheet pan until just cooked through, then use a spiralizer to cut zucchini into noodles. Cook the zoodles in a large nonstick sauté pan, then toss toss with crispy pancetta, pesto, the burst tomatoes, flaky salmon, and lots of cheese. It’s a vibrant summer entrée that is healthy, light, and just makes you feel good! Plus, it’s gluten-free! Trust us, it satisfies that pasta…
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Sometimes, the only thing we crave is a big, warm panini sandwich, and this chicken pesto panini is the best ever! Spread DeLallo Simply Pesto Traditional Basil on both sides of a large piece of focaccia bread that’s been sliced in half. Add fresh arugula, pan fried chicken cutlets, roasted red peppers, and provolone cheese. Grill the sandwich on both sides or place in a panini press until cheese has melted and the sandwich is warm and toasty. So much flavor, you will want this Italian panini on repeat! Here’s…
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