VERDE SAUCE

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This traditional-tasting Verde Sauce will add some beautiful color to your plate. You'll love the robust garlic flavor. Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, MA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (3 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

6 green onions, cut into thirds
5 garlic cloves, peeled
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3 cups loosely packed basil leaves
3 cups loosely packed parsley sprigs
1 jar (10 ounces) sliced green olives with pimientos, drained
1 jar (3-1/2 ounces) capers, drained
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

Place the onions, garlic and lemon zest in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. Add half of the basil and parsley; cover and process until chopped. Add remaining basil and parsley; chop., Add the olives, capers, lemon juice, pepper flakes and cheese; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 25g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 793mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.