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Spinach Pesto




Source of Recipe


By The Culinary Institute of America, From The Culinary Institute of America


Recipe Introduction


In minutes, IQF (individually quick-frozen) spinach can transform a few standard pantry items into a satisfying dish with little more effort than it takes to open a package. Whip up spinach pesto for a casual appetizer, served on crostini.


List of Ingredients




1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
2 pieces white bread, crusted
1 each garlic clove,
1/2 cup cooked spinach,
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt,
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese,
1 tablespoon olive oil,
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste


Recipe



1 In a food processor or blender, whirl walnuts, bread and garlic. Blend in spinach, yogurt, Parmesan and oil. Season with salt and pepper.