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"Jude" > wrote in message
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>> > SDT's? Remind me -- what are SDT's.

>>
>> Sun-dried tomatoes. It's not the best acronym, is it? A little too
>> close to STDs (sexually transmitted diseases).
>>
>> > But I want to know what your arugula pesto is like. And whether
>> > you will add parm regg.

>>
>> Found this in my file, and it sounds pretty good. No nuts, but capers.
>>
>> 1 bunch arugula, washed and dried
>> 1 Tablespoon capers
>> 1 clove garlic, roughly chopped
>> 1/4 c grated fresh parmesan
>> 1/4 c good olive oil
>>
>> Combine all in a food processor with a pinch of salt. Process until a
>> smooth paste forms, adding more olive oil if necessary. Toss with
>> pasta and fresh chopped tomatoes.

>
> I like that addition. Makes it a little different from 'regular' pesto.
> I still think it might be too bitter for me though.


Radicchio is too bitter for me, too -- just can't eat it -- but some really
like it.
I always wonder what 1 bunch is.
I guess I could guess.
Guessingly,
Dee Dee
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