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Garden Pesto Swirl Loaf

Garden Herb Pesto

MAKES ABOUT 1 CUP

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 cup fresh oregano leaves
  • 3/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1/2 cup salted peanuts
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Method
 

  1. In the work bowl of a food processor, combine all ingredients and process until smooth. Cover and store in refrigerator for up to 1 week, or in freezer for up to 1 month.

Notes

Kitchen Tip: Make the pesto right before you spread it on the dough, so it stays nice and green. You may substitute 2 cups of any combination of fresh leafy herbs you prefer to make the pesto—mint, tarragon, and sage would all work beautifully in this bread.