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Spinach-Lemon Pesto

Name: Spinach-Lemon Pesto Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: Beef
Ingredients: 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach; 1/3 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1/4 cup Toasted Sliced Almonds; 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice; 1 tsp Grated Lemon Peel (from 1/2 lemon); 1 tsp Minced Garlic; 2 tbsp Olive Oil; Additional Item:; Shallow-rimmed Baking Sheet

Recipe and Photo Courtesy of BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com

Makes: 6 servings
Prep Time: 5 - 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 - 10 minutes

Ingredients:

Fresh Baby Spinach
Grated Parmesan Cheese
Toasted Sliced Almonds
Fresh Lemon Juice
Grated Lemon Peel (from 1/2 lemon)
Minced Garlic
Olive Oil

Additional Item:

• Shallow-rimmed Baking Sheet

Directions:

Place spinach, cheese, almonds, lemon juice, zest and garlic in food processor container. Cover; process until coarse paste forms.
With motor running, slowly drizzle in oil and 2 tbsp water through opening in cover.
Processing until smooth.

Cook's Tip: To toast almonds, spread in single layer on shallow-rimmed baking sheet. Bake in 350℉ grill 3 to 5 minutes or until slightly browned, stirring occasionally. Watch carefully to prevent burning.

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