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Basil Pesto
In our opinion, the very best way to enjoy Farm Fresh basil is as pesto. This simple Italian sauce is so versatile, and puts summer basil right in the spotlight, where it deserves to be! If you’ve never made it yourself, we encourage you to give it a try. It...
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Arugula & Basil Pesto
If you visited Ottawa Farm Fresh you know that we love arugula! It’s so peppery and fresh flavoured, and so incredibly versatile. Though we often use arugula like lettuce, in salad and sandwiches, it can also take heat and be used somewhat like spinach. It’s great on a grilled sandwich,...
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Vegan Basil Pesto
No dairy, no problem! Nutritional yeast is a perfect substitute for parmesan in pesto, adding to both the flavour and texture. Vegan Basil Pesto 4 C fresh basil leaves (one 250g bag) 1/2 C extra-virgin olive oil1/3 C pine nuts (sub sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, almonds or cashews)2 garlic...
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Broccoli Basil Broth
Is it a soup or a pasta sauce? It's unclear, but it's delicious! Bright and fresh flavours, simple to make, and thoroughly nourishing - there's nothing not to love. Broccoli Basil Broth 1 T + 1t sea salt 6 oz pasta 5 garlic cloves, minced 1 T coconut oil 3...
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We Say Basil, You Say Pesto!
Nothing says summer like the sweet and spicy aromatic bouquet of fresh basil. This unassuming looking herb loves to bask under the summer sun and send up wafts of scent, redolent of mediterranean holidays and slow al fresco dinners. Did you know...that basil is actually a member of the mint...
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Basil Pesto and Pesto Miso Yogurt Dressing
Is it even summer if you don't make pesto?! We don't think so! With just a few simple ingredients you can bring the taste of summer into your kitchen. Why not make an extra large batch and freeze it to enjoy over the winter? Basil Pesto Recipe 1 bunch of...
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Egg and Zucchini Roll-Up with Roasted Cherry Tomato Filling
This week's recipe is all about the tasty zucchini that the fields have started pumping out! Egg and Zucchini Roll-Up with Roasted Cherry Tomato Filling 2 medium zucchini - one finely grated and one sliced into thin circles 8 eggs 1 quart cherry tomatoes Thyme 1 recipe basil pesto or...
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Fennel, Pesto, and Calabrese Pizza
This fennel, pesto, and calabrese pizza is bursting with summer flavours. With a lemony basil pesto base and balsamic-infused fennel, olives, spicy calabrese, and cheese as toppings, this pizza is sure to become a favourite. Makes 4 medium pizzas, enough to serve 8. Fennel, Pesto, and Calabrese Pizza 1 batch...
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High Protein Cheesy Broccoli Pizza
Looking for a delicious twist on traditional pizza? This High Protein Cheesy Broccoli Pizza is here to elevate your weeknight meals! Packed with nutrients and flavour, this unique pizza crust made from broccoli is not only a great way to sneak in more veggies but also delivers a hearty dose...
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Vegan Creamy Tomato Pasta
Vegan Creamy Tomato Pasta 1/4 cup olive oil2 garlic cloves minced1 tsp oregano15 oz homemade tomato sauce1 8 oz can tomato paste2 cups pasta water1 Tbsp fresh basil1/2 cup hummus packaged or pre-madePinch of sugar12 oz pasta of choice -In a large heavy saucepan on medium heat, heat olive...