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    Pistou Recipe

    July 23, 2012 by G. Stephen Jones Leave a Comment

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    French Pistou Recipe

    Pistou Sauce with a French Twist

    This is the French version of Italy's pesto that is traditionally served with the the southern French classic Soupe au Pistou but makes a great sauce/condiment for pasta, fish, chicken, vegetable, and soup dishes.

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    Pistou Recipe

    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Sauces
    Cuisine: French
    Servings: 4 servings

    Ingredients

    • 2 tomatoes peeled and seeded
    • 4 cloves garlic peeled
    • ½ cup olive oil extra virgin
    • salt to taste
    • 1 cup basil leaves packed
    • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Peel and seed the tomatoes. Peel the garlic. Grate the cheese.
    • Combine the garlic, oil, and a pinch of salt in a food processor and process until the garlic is finely chopped.
    • Add the basil and peeled tomatoes and process until smooth.
    • Pulse in the cheese and taste for seasoning.

     

     

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