Friday

Basil Pesto w/Almonds

Erica DeMaine, author of The Southern Flavors of Italy joins Tonia in the kitchen today. 

It's time to celebrate Italy with the flavors that you crave!! Erica tells Tonia how to make Basil Pesto with Almonds.  

Tune in below and listen  to Erica as she discusses her recipe for Basil Pesto with Almonds. 




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Recipe

• 2 egg whites
  1/4 cup packed whole basil leaves
  2 cups whole natural almonds
  1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  1 teaspoon salt
  1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  
  
  
  

  Directions

  
  
  Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Combine the egg whites and basil in a blender; process on low speed until mixture is pureed. Toss egg white mixture with the almonds. Drain in a colander. Stir together cheese, salt and garlic powder in a medium bowl. Add drained almonds and toss to coat.
  Place almonds in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely and store in an airtight container.