What kind of cheese goes with pesto?

Most pesto recipes call for Parmesan cheese . we often use Romano which has a stronger flavor. Basil pesto recipes often call for pine nuts, but you can easily substitute walnuts.

What is a good substitute for Parmesan in pesto?

As a vegan ingredient darling and the prototypical cheese flavor alternative, nutritional yeast is a classic Parmesan substitute when making a dairy-free pesto. In many recipes, you'll find it used as a one-for-one swap for the grated cheese, with everything else in the formula staying the same.

What meat tastes best with pesto?

Pesto goes amazingly well with grilled steak, pork chops, chicken, and even fish , so you don't have to worry about spicing or marinating your meat. You can also season meatloaf or meatballs with pesto.

How long does pesto last in the fridge?

Pesto will last in the fridge for up to 2 weeks . If you've stored it in the freezer, it will last for 6 months. When you're ready to use frozen pesto, thaw it overnight in the fridge or place the container of pesto in a bowl of warm water for a quicker thawing time. Do not try to thaw frozen pesto by microwaving it!

Can you use shredded Parmesan instead of grated Parmesan?

When to Use Shredded vs. Grated Cheese. If a recipe calls for shredded or grated cheese, you're fine using cheese that you grate yourself at home or store-bought shredded cheese. That is, unless the recipe specifies freshly grated, then you should grate the cheese yourself .

What can I use if I don't have pesto?

Basil oil The quickest and easiest substitute for pesto is to make a simple herb oil by finely chopping a bunch of basil leaves and stirring in enough extra virgin olive oil to give you a chunky paste.

Can I use shredded Parmesan instead of grated?

( You can substitute either shredded or grated Parmesan in equal proportions in your favorite recipes .) If you decide to buy a chunk of Parmesan cheese and grate your own, be sure to use the finest section on your grating tool. You can also use a blender or food processor.

What does pesto pair well with?

Use it as a spread for sandwiches, paninis and crostini toast appetizers . Drizzle on caprese salads of fresh basil, cherry tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. Bake up a pesto pizza or a colorful Italian-inspired flatbread. Finish grilled meats and seafood, roasted vegetables and breakfast eggs.

Does pesto taste good with cheese?

Deliciously flavorful basil pesto, ricotta cheese & cream cheese are combined to make a creamy, cheesy sauce. The sauce is tossed with pasta shells in this easy 20 minute pesto pasta recipe! To say that I'm a big fan of pesto would be the understatement of the century!

What goes best with pesto?

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What is pesto traditionally served with?

Pesto is commonly used on pasta , traditionally with mandilli de sæa ("silk handkerchiefs" in the Genoese dialect), trofie or trenette. Potatoes and string beans are also traditionally added to the dish, boiled in the same pot in which the pasta has been cooked.

Pesto Parmesan Pastry Straws - My Fussy Eater

December 13, 2016 by Ciara Attwell, Updated January 4, 2024

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These Pesto Parmesan Pastry Straws make a super easy snack or party appetizer for the festive season!

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Christmas quite often means lots of guests and loads more hungry mouths to feed! To make your life a little easier I have a super quick and easy festive snack to share with you that you can whip up when you know you have guests on the way.

A baking tray full of these golden brown cheese twists are super easy to make but will have the whole family thinking you have spent hours slaving away in the kitchen!

Ingredients For Pesto Cheese Straws

Pastry

I use ready made puff pastry rolls for this recipe. To be honest I can’t remember the last time I made my own pastry.

If you enjoy it and have the time then by all means go ahead and make your own.

But if you’re in a rush like me then a ready made sheet of puff pastry is a fantastic option!

I also use these ready rolled pastry sheets for these which is another of our favourite Christmas Recipes!

Pesto

I also used two types of pesto in this recipe – half the straws are made with red pesto and the other half with green basil pesto.

But you can use whatever type of pesto you prefer. If you are making these for adults then I highly recommend chilli pesto – it tastes incredible!

I’ve used shop bought pesto in this recipe, but it is actually really easy to make your own pesto.

Parmesan Cheese

Any parmesan cheese will work for these and you only need a small amount. I often buy the ready grated packets from the supermarket as they do save me a bit of time and as we make a lot of Pasta Recipes I always find it useful to have in the fridge.

It is slightly more expensive to buy it this way, so a cheaper option would be to buy a block and grate it yourself as and when you need it.

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Storage Instructions

These pesto twists are delicious straight from the oven, but they can also be stored for up to two days in a sealed airtight container. Or why not make a big batch and pop a few into lunch boxes during the week?

For the full recipe check out the video or written instructions in the recipe card below(anddon’t forget to subscribe to myYouTube Channel to stay up to date on all my Christmas videos!).

And if youtry this recipe please do let me know what you think. Or tag me in a picture onFacebookorInstagram.I love seeing all your pictures!

And if you have any other ideas for really easy but impressive festive nibbles to serve guests this Christmas then let me know in the comments below!

Pesto Parmesan Pastry Straws

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Author: Ciara Attwell @ My Fussy Eater
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 16 1x
Category: Snacks
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Christmas
Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Pesto Parmesan Pastry Straws make a super easy snack or party appetizer for the festive season!

Ingredients

1 sheet puff pastry
2 tbsp red pesto
2 tbsp green pesto
1 tbsp grated parmesan
To garnish: 1 tablespoon grated parmesan and ½ tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 200c and line two baking trays with parchment paper
Unroll the pastry and cut it into 4 width ways so that you have 4 equal sized rectangles.
Spread the green pesto onto one rectangle and the red pesto onto another.
Grate on about a tablespoon of parmesan.
Fold the remaining pastry pieces on top and gently press down.
Cut each of the pieces of pastry into 4 long strips. Cut them in half and then twist and place on the baking tray.
Bake in the oven for 10 minutes.
Garnish with more parmesan and chopped parsley