Tag Archives: pesto

Linguine with chicken and creamy pesto sauce

Posted on May 2, 2018 by

A gourmet meal that’s ready in just 15 minutes! We are big pasta fans over here at Constantly Cooking and I am always looking for new flavour combinations to test out, preferably ones that are super quick and easy. Who … Continue reading →

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A mostly make-ahead fancy vegetarian feast

Posted on February 12, 2018 by

Perfect for date night…or any night! Move over, meat and potatoes. When it comes to making a special dinner at home, why not try a new approach to menu planning? Vegetarian meals by their very nature are colourful and appealing; … Continue reading →

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Roasted beet, garlic and walnut pesto

Posted on January 22, 2018 by

A tasty twist that’s as delicious as it is colourful! I love making big batches of traditional basil pesto each summer and often have enough tucked into the freezer to enjoy all winter long. Over the past few years, I’ve … Continue reading →

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Grilled Portobellos stuffed with quinoa, pesto and grilled vegetables

Posted on July 25, 2016 by

If you’d asked my husband a few years ago what his least-favourite vegetable was, he would probably have said zucchini. Thanks to a lot of experimentation, he’s changed his tune, a fact he expressed when tasting this delightful stuffed mushroom … Continue reading →

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Roasted new potatoes with grilled scape pesto and peas

Posted on July 8, 2014 by

I was Out Of My Mind Excited when the Ottawa Farmers’ Market asked me if I’d like to participate in their Farmers Feast challenge. It’s kind of like those black box competitions featured on some cooking shows, except without the … Continue reading →

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Barley Salad with Pesto and Vegetables

Posted on March 21, 2013 by

This salad offers style and substance. Crunchy vegetables blended with tangy pesto and creamy barley make for a pretty and delicious plate of goodness, served on its own or with a protein. It’s a terrific salad to take to the … Continue reading →

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Quinoa with Roasted Vegetables and Pesto

Posted on February 20, 2013 by

I discovered quinoa 20 years ago thanks to a tip from a dear friend who was teaching in Ecuador at the time. It is an ancient plant whose grain-like seeds contain protein, essential amino acids, as well as phosphorus, magnesium … Continue reading →

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