Pesto Change-o Recipe
your choice of chicken or prawns, tossed in our house made pesto, with garlic sauteed portobello mushrooms and cherry tomato. topped with fresh arugula and parmesan. served with garlic focaccia
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Ingredients
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Protein
Pesto
Vegetables
Bread
Method
Pesto Preparation
- 1
Make the Pesto
In a food processor, combine fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until finely chopped. Slowly add olive oil while blending until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Cooking Protein and Vegetables
- 2
Cook the Protein
In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken or prawns and cook until done (about 6-8 minutes for chicken or 3-4 minutes for prawns). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add sliced portobello mushrooms and sauté until golden brown. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they are slightly soft.
Combine and Serve
- 4
- 5
Serve with Focaccia
Serve the dish warm with slices of garlic focaccia on the side.
