How much time do you spend discussing what you are going to eat for dinner? I do it constantly and I am never satisfied with my decision. It s like I want the most delicious awesome dish. Food makes me happy. Good food, not bad. Over the years I have indirectly banned many restaurants because I got sick. My gosh.. Unless it is really fresh food I get sick. I never eat out. I discovered that we are better cooks than most mediocre chain restaurant in town. I have to admit: I am getting tired of the low carb diet in terms of diversity, but also texture. As I previously mentioned I am less hungry and have more energy but there is something about a plate of spaghetti with fresh tomatoes that meat cannot replace. I love pasta!!! Not sure what I will be cooking tonight, because I am still at work but I want to share my pesto recipe.
pesto a la Gin
Fresh organic basil (a cup or so)
Fresh arugula (cup)
Fresh mint (few leaves as you like)
Parmigiano reggiano ( parmesan cheese)
Pine nuts ( big spoon)
Garlic optional
Olive oil ( a lot)
I say garlic optional because of the strong flavor. If you decide to use it, don’t put more than one clove.
Use the mixer or blender or whatever, add olive oil slowly. Your pesto should be cover in olive oil once it is placed in a container.
Here a picture of real olive oil from my parents’ farm in Italy. I grew up helping them picking olives. I spent my weekends in trees while my friends strolled the streets of Lucca;)
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