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Basil-Mint-Orange Pesto

Basil-Mint-Orange Pesto
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A different taste for the standard Pesto Sauce.
Servings Prep Time
1 Cup 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
1 Cup 30 minutes
Basil-Mint-Orange Pesto
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A different taste for the standard Pesto Sauce.
Servings Prep Time
1 Cup 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
1 Cup 30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: Cup
Instructions
  1. In processor, blend first 5 ingredients until almost smooth. With machine running, gradually add 1/4 cup olive oil by spoonfuls.
  2. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made ahead. Press plastic wrap onto surface of pesto. Cover and refrigerate up to 2 days or freeze up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature before using.)
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Agliata Per Pasta (Garlic & Walnut Sauce)

Agliata Per Pasta (Garlic & Walnut Sauce)
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Pasta Sauce for your favorite pasta.
Servings Prep Time
6 people 20 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 people 20 minutes
Agliata Per Pasta (Garlic & Walnut Sauce)
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Pasta Sauce for your favorite pasta.
Servings Prep Time
6 people 20 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 people 20 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: people
Instructions
  1. Soak the bread in the stock & then squeeze out any excess moisture.
  2. Combine the bread with the walnuts, parsley, garlic, salt & pepper in a food processor. Process, adding the olive oil in a very slow stream until you have a thick paste.
  3. Toss with your favourite pasta & serve hot.
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Arrowroot Sauce

Arrowroot Sauce
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Arrowroot Sauce is great served over hot vegetables, whole grains or stir frys.
Servings Prep Time
4 20 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 20 minutes
Arrowroot Sauce
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Arrowroot Sauce is great served over hot vegetables, whole grains or stir frys.
Servings Prep Time
4 20 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 20 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Mix the arrowroot thoroughly with the water in the saucepan, using a wire whisk.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
  4. Keep warm over low heat. Serve over hot vegetables, whole grains or stir frys.
  5. Keeps up to 7 days in refrigerator or may be frozen.
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Mom’s Basic Cheese Sauce

Mom's Basic Cheese Sauce
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A basic cheese sauce.
Prep Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
30 minutes
Mom's Basic Cheese Sauce
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A basic cheese sauce.
Prep Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Blend four and oil, add the water and blend with flat potato masher. Heat, stirring constantly and add the accent, salt, McKays seasoning. Blend well.
  2. Add the Velveeta, mayo, and lemon juice. Stir until well blended.
Recipe Notes

Variations:

1 - 2 cups of water may be added for a thin sauce (like that used on scalloped potatoes.)

Add a little marg. or butter with 2 Tbl lemon juice to use on vegetables like broccoli or creamed asparagus.

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Pesto

Pesto
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Fresh basil, garlic, and pine nuts.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Pesto
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Fresh basil, garlic, and pine nuts.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. In a blender, pour in the oil first, then the garlic, nuts, and finally the basil leaves.
  2. Blend on low to a smooth paste. Season with the kosher salt.
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Bourbon BBQ Sauce

Bourbon BBQ Sauce
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A Delightful BBQ sauce that does well with most all foods.
Servings Prep Time
2 Cups 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
2 Cups 30 minutes
Bourbon BBQ Sauce
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A Delightful BBQ sauce that does well with most all foods.
Servings Prep Time
2 Cups 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
2 Cups 30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: Cups
Instructions
  1. Combine all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender and process until smooth, about 15 seconds.
  2. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Pulse 2 or 3 times.
  3. Store in a sterilized container until ready to use.
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