Name: Walnut-Herb Pesto
Yield: Makes 1 1/2 cups
Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 cup chopped toasted walnuts; 1 cup (packed) fresh Italian parsley leaves; 1/2 cup walnut oil; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh chives; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh dill; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh mint; 2 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Here's an autumnal twist on pesto—with walnuts standing in for pine nuts and with a mix of herbs in place of summery basil. It's great on pasta or chicken.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

3 garlic cloves, peeled

1 cup chopped toasted walnuts

1 cup (packed) fresh Italian parsley leaves

1/2 cup walnut oil

2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh chives

2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh dill

2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh mint

2 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel

1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

With machine running, drop garlic into processor and chop finely. Add walnuts and next 6 ingredients; using on/off turns, process until chunky puree forms, occasionally scraping down sides. Transfer to bowl. Mix in Parmesan cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Pesto can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.

TagsCondiment Walnut Nut Parsley Herbs & Spices Chive Dill Mint Parmesan Cheese Dairy Gluten Free Vegetarian Quick Easy Make Ahead Food Processor Bon Appétit

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