Rocket Pesto

Rocket Pesto is a great alternative to Basil. Once made, this pesto will keep in the refrigerate for one month.

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Prep: 10 Minutes

Ingredients

Rocket Pesto

  • 150g grated Parmesan
  • 50g toasted pine nuts
  • 75g rocket leaves
  • 1 tbsp. mint leaves
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 pinch Maldon salt
  • 120ml extra virgin olive oil

Method

  1. Place the pine nuts, rocket leaves, mint, garlic, and salt in a food processor and blend briefly to puree. Gradually pour in the olive oil while the motor is running until you have a thick paste. Add the parmesan and blend briefly. Place in a well-sealed jar in the refrigerator for 1 month, once upon use within two weeks.

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