EVAN'S MINT PESTO

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This mint pesto was whipped up to serve over fresh sweet potato gnocchi. It's so light and refreshing, it could be used in many ways. Can be added directly to hot pasta. Toss and enjoy!

Provided by capelilly

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch fresh mint
¼ cup pine nuts, or to taste
1 ½ tablespoons grated Romano cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil, or more as needed
1 tablespoon heavy cream, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Combine mint, nuts, and Romano cheese in a small food processor and process until well blended. Add oil and process until blended. Add cream slowly, blending well, to taste.
  • Serve immediately; refrigerate or freeze any leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 35.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

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