Whole Grain pasta loaded with Pesto

 

 

 

I thought since it is Earth day, I should eat the pesto I prepared a week ago. Basil and Parsley and I get alng well. It cleans your gut from toxic food, and I love it.

Basil has great benefits to your health.

• The volatile oils in basil can relax the gut, making it good for digestion, and also have anti-bacterial and anti- inflammatory properties.

• Basil contains flavonoids which may help to protect cells against free radical damage so it’s a great herb to use liberally for its antioxidant capabilities.I love Basil, it is one of the few herbs which it is practical to eat in large amounts, making it a good source of vitamin K and can be converted to vitamin A in the body.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or parmesean cheese
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• Salt

Directions

Using a mortar, combine the basil and the parsley and crush until a paste starts to form. Add the rest of the ingredients and continue to crush until a creamy paste has formed.
I don't like to add the cheese most of the time if I want store it, it stores better and longer without cheese.

Serve with pasta or bread. Happy Earth day and Happy eating!