Orlando Bread

Pesto Spread

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cup fresh basil
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts (optional)
  • 1/4 cup walnuts (optional)
  • 1 large clove garlic
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 8 oz. cream cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Place the first six ingredients into food processor and mix at high speed until completely blended.
  2. Blend in olive oil at low speed for 30 seconds.
  3. Scrape the side of the bowl and add cream cheese. Blend for 2 minutes at low speed.
  4. Chill for 1 hour.
  5. Serve with warm and crusty Ciabatta Rolls.