Best Sage Flower Pesto Recipes

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SAGE FLOWER PESTO



Sage Flower Pesto image

Since edible flowers are the photo of the month for June, I have become more interested in flower recipes. I haven't tried this yet, but will! From Home Cooking.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups sage flowers
1/4 cup walnuts, roasted
1/2 cup walnut oil
1 garlic clove, peeled
4 green onions, white part only, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Process all ingredients in processor until smooth. Good on pasta or as an accompaniment to veal, fish, or chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.4, Fat 51.3, SaturatedFat 4.7, Sodium 4.3, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 0.9, Protein 2.3

SAGE PESTO



Sage Pesto image

My mother-in-law came up with this recipie when I wanted a sage pesto. It has a stronger flavour that Basil based pesto. Goes well with pork, and pasta with portabello mushrooms.

Provided by peleegal

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup packed sage leaf
1/2 cup packed flat leaf parsley
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2/3 cup walnut pieces
3 cloves crushed garlic (or to taste)
salt
1/2 cup olive oil (or to desired consistency)

Steps:

  • Wash and throughly dry sage leaves and parsley in your salad spinner.
  • Put in food processor with parmesean, walnuts, garlic, and salt.
  • Process until a gritty but even consistency.
  • Gradually add olive oil until pesto has reached desired consistency.
  • Divide into 3 equal portions.
  • Each portion will coat enough pasta for 4.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.2, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 7.3, Sodium 129.2, Carbohydrate 1.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.3, Protein 4.3

SAGE-LEMON PESTO - BOBBY FLAY



Sage-Lemon Pesto - Bobby Flay image

A garlicky and herbaceous pesto. Serve as a topping for grilled chicken or turkey, or on a cracker with some cream-cheese. Makes a nice gift for the holidays in a jar tied with a raffia ribbon. Slightly adapted from Bobby Flay.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 1/2 cup of Pesto, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup fresh sage leaf
1/4 cup fresh flat leaf parsley
1 garlic clove, smashed
1/4 teaspoon coriander seed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts or 2 tablespoons walnuts
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the sage, parsley, garlic, coriander seeds, lemon juice, lemon zest, and pine nuts in a food processor or blender and process until coarsely chopped.
  • With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the oil and process until emulsified.
  • Add the cheese, salt, and pepper and process 3 to 4 seconds longer.
  • Note: The pesto can be made up to 2 days in advance, covered, and refrigerated (or may be frozen). Serve as a topping for grilled chicken or turkey, or on a cracker with some cream-cheese. Makes a nice gift for the holidays in a jar tied with a pretty ribbon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.6, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 3.3, Sodium 205.5, Carbohydrate 1.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.3, Protein 2.2

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