Cooking with Pesto
Pizza Sauce 
Pesto is a wonderful departure to the traditional pizza sauce.  Slather enough to coat pizza dough, add toppings and eat.

Pasta with Pesto
Basil Pesto: Cook ½ or 1 pound of pasta to al dente.  While the pasta is still hot, add two tablespoons of basil pesto, two tablespoons of salted butter or olive oil, heavy cream or milk (optional) to creamy consistency. Add Parmesan cheese and serve.

Basil Pesto Recipes

  • Quick Pesto Meal: Shrimp and Pasta Store Shopping ListIngredients:1 lb of Peeled and De-veined Shrimp1/4 stick of softened or melted Butter 2 tblsp Aah Traditional Basil PestoReady made PastaIn ...
    Posted Sep 23, 2013, 7:33 AM by Heather Champagne
  • Basil Pesto Chicken Wings Ingredients:2 lbs Chicken Drumettes4 oz Aah Pesto! Traditional Basil Pesto1 stick of ButterOlive OilSalt and PepperGrated or Shredded Parmesan Cheese1. Wash chicken thoroughly ...
    Posted Aug 24, 2012, 8:31 AM by Heather Champagne
  • Easy Caprese Salad Salad Easy Caprese Salad SaladIngredients:  Lettuce Head-Bib Lettuce recommended, Roma or Sandwich Tomatoes, Soft Mozzarella Balls-Large recommended, Aah! Pesto Traditional Basil Pesto, Balsamic Vinegar and Olive Oil.  Cut ...
    Posted Aug 9, 2012, 11:13 AM by Heather Champagne
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Great Sandwich Dressing

Sun Dried Tomato/Basil:   Add mayonnaise and serve with your favorite artisan bread.

Sun Dried Tomato/Basil Pesto Recipes

  • Sun Dried Tomato Basil Pesto Margherita Pizza Store Shopping ListIngredients:Sun Dried Tomato Basil Pesto Fresh Mozzarella CheeseFresh Basil Store Bought Pizza DoughOlive Oil Salt and PepperRoll out your Pizza Dough on a ...
    Posted Sep 23, 2013, 7:42 AM by Heather Champagne
  • Mussels with Sun Dried Tomato Basil Pesto over Linguini Pasta Ingredients:1 pound of Fresh Mussels1 Cup of White Wine4 oz of Clam Juice or Fish Stock4 Cloves of  Minced Fresh Garlic1 Shallot or 1 bunch ...
    Posted Jan 10, 2013, 10:34 AM by Heather Champagne
  • Sun Dried Tomato Basil Pesto Meatballs Add to your homemade meatball mix instead of your red gravy. Ingredients: Sun Dried Tomato Basil Pesto, Ground Beef or Turkey, onions, peppers, garlic, parsley, bread crumbs, eggs, salt and ...
    Posted Nov 17, 2011, 8:13 AM by Heather Champagne
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Cheesy Treat
Roasted Red Pepper:  Great and easy appetizer. Take your favorite artisan bread (Baguette suggested) slather on creamy Gorgonzola Dolce or a beautiful domestic bleu cheese topped with Roasted Red Pepper Pesto.

Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Recipes

  • Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Add 1-2 tablespoons of the Roasted Red Pepper Pesto to any plain store bought or homemade hummus. Mix thoroughly, Garnish with paprika with olive oil and 1 teaspoon of ...
    Posted Aug 5, 2013, 8:37 AM by Heather Champagne
  • Red, White, and Blue Grilled Cheese Sandwich Store Shopping ListIngredients:2 Slices Bread: Sour Dough or Multi Grain recommended2 Tblsps of softened Butter1 Tsp of Roasted Red Pepper Pesto1-2 Slice of Cheese ...
    Posted Sep 23, 2013, 7:43 AM by Heather Champagne
  • Ultimate Cheese Platter People ask me all the time which is my favorite and I don't have an answer for the pesto I like best. All I can tell you is that ...
    Posted Jun 3, 2012, 8:40 AM by Heather Champagne
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Party Favorite
Artichoke:  Man what a hit at parties.  This is a versatile pesto with many different applications in the kitchen. 

Slice open a fresh baked French Bread loaf, spread on liberally Artichoke Pesto and butter. Run through your oven, moments later you will have a great garlicky, tasty treat!


Use on sandwiches as a extra zing as a condiment, heap on pasta with some butter and cream, beautiful with butter heated and as a topping on most fish, sparingly dab some over most of your soft cheeses like mozzarella/brie/goat cheese/etc..., and many more applications that we are sure you will discover.

Artichoke Recipes

  • Geauxfredo Sauce Probably the easiest Alfredo Sauce you have ever made without reducing or adding Parmesan cheese. Pour this hot mixture over Fettuccine Noodles or Angel Hair Pasta. Store Shopping ListArtichoke ...
    Posted Sep 23, 2013, 7:34 AM by Heather Champagne
  • Sweet Potato with Artichoke Pesto and Roasted Garlic Easy RecipeIngredients:Sweet Potato1-2 tsp Artichoke PestoRoasted Garlic1 tsp- Sour Cream (optional)1 pad Butterpinch Salt and PepperClean and brush off any dirt ...
    Posted Aug 5, 2013, 7:42 AM by Heather Champagne
  • Kicked Up Grilled Cheese Sandwich This recipe came from my partner, who tried this without my knowledge. When you have a rainy afternoon and looking for an ideal snack, here is your treat!Ingredients:2 ...
    Posted Jan 10, 2013, 9:46 AM by Heather Champagne
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Basil Pesto
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Steak Pinwheel Basil Pesto
Pesto can be a great dip too.  Add 1 cup sour cream and 1 cup mayonnaise, salt and pepper to taste, chill for at least 1 hour and serve with crackers or Melba toast chips.

Spice up your plain fish filet or chicken breast.  Rub pesto on both sides of fish or chicken.  In a hot skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil or butter.  Sear both sides first, cook to your liking and serve.

Wonderful as a dipping bread oil.  Serve with crackers or your favorite artisan bread with olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper (optional).  Great as an appetizer for your next party.