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May 1, 2015

Ramp and Walnut Pesto

Recipes:  
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May 1, 2015

Ramp and Walnut Pesto

Try this Ramp and Walnut Pesto recipe

A great spring menu idea, the Ramp and Walnut Pesto recipe features one of the earliest signs of spring ramps. Substitute this type of wild onion for basil in pesto for a delicious spring pesto. Try the Ramp and Walnut Pesto recipe now.

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Ramp and Walnut Pesto
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Courtesy of John Gutekanst, Avalanche Pizza, Athens, Ohio
Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh ramps
  • 1 gallon boiling water
  • 1 large bowl of ice water
  • ½ cup of extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup walnuts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. After cleaning the ramps and cutting off the roots, place the ramps in the boiling water for 15 to 20 seconds.
  2. Immediately immerse in the ice water.
  3. Dry well.
  4. Place the ramps, walnuts and extra virgin olive oil in a jug or food processor and pulse on high until the desired texture is met.
  5. Add salt and pepper to taste.

 

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