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Pot Pesto Verdi

 This delicious pot pesto will be sure to get you nice and medicated! For other cool recipes (that work!) check out The Feel Good Cookbook: for Medical Marijuana…

PublishedMarch 16, 2011UpdatedMarch 16, 2011CollectionSauces & Spreads
Pot Pesto Verdi
Gather your ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup basil leaves
  • 1/2 oz cannabis buds (Note: If using CannaOil this is OPTIONAL. Substitute with 1 cup parsley leaves if using CannaOil)
  • 1 cup olive oil (Note: theCannabisChef suggests replacing this with CannaOil)
  • 8 cloves garlic
  • 2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 cup almonds or cashews
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese or vegan parmesan cheese
Step by step

Instructions

  1. 1. Activate the cannabis by crumbling it into a small skillet and stirring it over medium heat for a minute or two-until the vapor begins to rise. (Note: Ignore this step if using CannaOil)
  2. 2. Place the basil, cannabis, nuts, garlic, parmesan and salt in the blender. Blend it to a coarse puree while adding the oil.
  3. 3. Enjoy tossed with pastas and salads, as a sauce for meat, fish or tofu, as a tasty sandwich spread, or on pizza! Store in the refrigerator in a glass jar. For longer
Keep it fresh

Storage

fill an ice cube tray with the pesto, cover it with plastic wrap, and freeze.

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