We plant rows and rows of basil every spring so that we can make this pesto all summer long. To keep the pesto bright green, you can add one vitamin C tablet to the mixture when you add the pine nuts and Parmesan.
Mediterranean Dip
We not only serve this as a. dip, but also as a salad dressing and a sandwich spread. I particularly love it on our Greek Turkey Wrap, which is loaded with vegetables.
Hummus
This Middle Eastern classic is delicious as a dip for toasted pita triangles or crudités. It also makes a tasty spread for sandwiches. At the Market, we spread hummus inside a toasted pita, then fill the pocket with grated carrots, sliced cucumbers, sprouts, and tomatoes.
Herb Cream Cheese
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons parsley, minced 2 tablespoons scallions, minced In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients, beating with a wooden spoon until creamy; set aside. This mixture can be stored, refrigerated in an airtight container, for up to 1 week.
Foster’s Pimiento Cheese Spread
This is a sophisticated spread that can be used for party hors d’oevres or sandwiches
Chive Oil
Makes about 1 cup chive oil 1 cup chopped fresh chives ½ cup chopped fresh parsley 1 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1. Place the chives, parsley, oil, and salt in the container of a blender and blend at high speed for about 3 to 4 minutes, until completely pureed. 2. Strain the mixture […]
Roasted Red Bell Pepper Salsa
Roasting the peppers for this salsa makes them tender and sweet. Serve it over grilled fish, chicken, or steak, on top of Creamy Scrambled Eggs, or with warm corn tortillas to turn leftover meats into a soft taco lunch.
Caesar Dressing
This creamy dressing is quick and easy, and it keeps in the refrigerator up to 1 week. We make it with pasteurized eggs at the Market, but if you can’t find pasteurized eggs where you live, you can substitute mayonnaise. Caesar dressing is not only delicious on Caesar salads; it’s terrific as a sandwich spread, or to sauce grilled or poached chicken breasts or boiled or roasted new potatoes, or as a dip for crudite.