South of the Border Pesto Sauce

Name: South of the Border Pesto Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 cups
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh basil, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 6 tomatillos, husked and cut into fourths; 1 -2 jalapeno, seeded; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts; 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, chopped; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/2 cup olive oil; 2 teaspoons seasoning salt

Submitted by DailyInspiration

"Sounds interesting - placing this recipe here for future use. Combines traditional basil, pine nuts and parmesan cheese, but adds a twist with cilantro, tomatillos and jalapenos. This sauce can be served over pasta or grilled chicken, etc."

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Ready In:: 20mins
Ingredients:: 12
Yields:: 2 cups

ingredients

2 cups fresh basil, coarsely chopped
¹⁄₂ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
6 tomatillos, husked and cut into fourths
1 -2 jalapeno, seeded
¹⁄₂ cup grated parmesan cheese
¹⁄₂ cup feta cheese, crumbled
¹⁄₂ cup toasted pine nuts
¹⁄₂ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¹⁄₂ cup olive oil
2 teaspoons seasoning salt

directions

In a food processor, combine all ingredients and process to desired consistency. Coat a thin layer of olive oil on top of mixture to keep sauce from darkening once refrigerated. Serve over pasta, grilled chicken, etc.