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MINT DESSERT PESTO




Source of Recipe


submitted to this forum by lynnt


Recipe Introduction


A dessert pesto, that can be added to brownies before baking, used as an ice cream topping, or as a topping for fresh fruit.


List of Ingredients




1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
2 cups packed mint leaves
1/2 cup slivered almonds
2 Tbsp. honey
1/4 tsp. salt

Recipe



In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water and bring to a boil. Boil until sugar dissolves, stirring constantly. Set aside to cool for 30 minutes.

In food processor, combine mint with almonds; process until finely chopped. With the motor running, add the cooled sugar syrup and the honey; blend until a paste forms. You may need to add more water to reach desired consistency.

Store in the refrigerator up to 3 days, or freeze up to 3 months.