Almond Pesto Crackers Recipe

Name: Almond Pesto Crackers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups loosely packed basil leaves; 1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/3 cup unblanched almonds or pine nuts; 1/8 teaspoon salt; Dash pepper; 5 tablespoons olive oil; 1-1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese; 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 teaspoons pepper; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 3 tablespoons water; 1-1/2 cups chopped almonds

Servings: persons

2 cups loosely packed basil leaves
1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup unblanched almonds or pine nuts
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
5 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons water
1-1/2 cups chopped almonds

1
Place the basil, cheese and garlic in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. Add the almonds, salt and pepper; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Set aside.
2
In a large bowl, cream butter until light and fluffy. Beat in cheese and 1/3 cup pesto mixture. Combine the flour, pepper and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Divide dough into thirds.
3
On a lightly floured surface, shape each portion into a 6-in. log. Whisk eggs and water. Brush over logs; roll in almonds. Wrap in plastic. Freeze for at least 30 minutes or until firm.
4
Unwrap logs and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on lightly greased
5
. Bake at 350u00b0 for 12-15 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.

1330

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups loosely packed basil leaves, 1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 1/3 cup unblanched almonds or pine nuts, and more.

Yes, Almond Pesto Crackers falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Almond Pesto Crackers

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