Monday, December 27, 2010

Turkey Pesto Spinach Croissant Sandwich


Pesto
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh packed basil leaves (packed means, stuff them into a measure cup and press them down with your hand; it's not a precise measurement)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional - we did not put this in)
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced (or 1 tablespoon of prepared minced garlic)
- salt
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Directions:
- pick leaves off basil and wash thoroughly
- chop the pine nuts, olive oil and garlic in food processor
- add the basil leaves in small batches
- add salt to taste

For the sandwich:
- slice the croissant in half
- spread the top and bottom of croissant w/ pesto
- line with turkey
- top with spinach tossed with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and craisins

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