Kittencals Perfect Pesto Food

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KITTENCAL'S PERFECT PESTO



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I have experimented with many ingredient amounts for pesto, I have finely found the one that has a perfect balance of flavor --- this will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, if you are storing it in the refrigerator I suggest to place a 1/2-inch layer of oil on top of the pesto and cover with a lid or you may freeze --- the success of this recipe will depend on the quality of Parmesan cheese that you use, if possible try to use a good quality freshly grated cheese it really will make a difference with the taste of the pesto, and please use only kosher salt --- FOR RED PESTO; reduce the basil to 3 cups, and add 1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes to the blender along with other ingredients.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups fresh basil leaves, packed (about 3 large bunches)
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts (or can use toasted walnuts, or use half each)
3 medium fresh garlic cloves
1/4-1/3 cup freshly grated grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon kosher salt (can use 1-1/2 teaspoons if desired)
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (optional, or use pinch cayenne pepper)

Steps:

  • Combine the basil, olive oil, pine nuts and garlic cloves in a blender (or food processor).
  • Blend until a paste form, stopping often to push down the basil.
  • Add in the Parmesan cheese and Kosher salt; blend until smooth.
  • Transfer to a bowl.
  • NOTE to clean fresh basil leaves; swirl in a bowl of water then spin them very dry in a salad spinner.
  • If not using right away store the clean leaves in a sealed plastic bag with a slightly damp paper towel, the leaves should keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days.

KITTENCAL'S PESTO BRUSCHETTA



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I use my recipe#144195 to make this you may of coarse use your your own favorite recipe, depending on the size of the bread slices you may need more pesto, the amounts listed are only estimated, prep time does not include making the pesto --- this is very good!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Breads

Time 20m

Yield 14 slices

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup prepared pesto sauce (see my Kittencal's Perfect Pesto)
1 loaf Italian bread (1-pound)
3 roma tomatoes, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese slices (or use as many cheese slices as needed)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Prepare a large baking sheet.
  • Slice the bread to desired size slices.
  • Spread a thin layer of prepared pesto onto each slice.
  • Top with chopped tomatoes then 1-2 slices of mozzarella cheese.
  • Place onto baking sheet in one layer.
  • Broil for about 3-5 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Delicious!

KITTENCAL'S PERFECT PAN-FRIED STEAK



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For perfect results plan ahead the steaks must be brought down to almost room temperature which might take several hours, this recipe works perfectly for beef tenderloin steaks of coarse you may use it for any cut of beef, cooking times stated is for an 8-ounce steak at 1-1/2 inch thick --- I use Montreal Steak Spice for this but freshly ground coarse black pepper will work fine, and you may adjust the black pepper to taste, since salt will draw out the juices from the beef do not salt until after cooking --- since not all cuts of meat are the same, for this method a more tender cut of steak is suggested to use such a strip loin etc.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Steak

Time 3h6m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (8 ounce) boneless beef steaks (1-1/2-inch thick)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons montreal steak spice (or use freshly ground coarse black pepper)
2 tablespoons butter
salt (to taste, to be added after cooking only) (optional)

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine 3 tablespoons oil with 2 teaspoons steak seasoning or ground black pepper.
  • Rub both steaks with the oil/pepper mixture.
  • Allow the steaks to sit out to almost room temperature (about 1-1/2 to 2 hours).
  • Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Quickly sear the meat about 5 seconds on each side; remove from the skillet to a plate.
  • Add 2 tablespoons butter to the hot skillet allow to sizzle and brown, then return the meat to the skillet and fry 4-5 minutes per side (the outside of the steak should be browned and crisp).
  • Remove steaks from the skillet and allow to stand for 5 minutes to allow the juice to settle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.1, Fat 31.9, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 101.4, Protein 0.1

KITTENCAL'S ITALIAN TOMATO PASTA SAUCE AND PARMESAN MEATBALLS



Kittencal's Italian Tomato Pasta Sauce and Parmesan Meatballs image

There is a method to making the perfect sauce and that is a very long slow cooking time then refrigerate to blend the flavors, a good sauce needs time to "ripen" and develop it's full flavor, this sauce must be made a day or even up 4 days ahead in order for the flavors to intensify, the longer you leave it refrigerated the better it will be --- this recipe makes a fair amount use what you need then freeze the rest in plastic containers for another meal, for a quick thaw just pop in the microwave for about 8 minutes or a little more or thaw in refrigerator overnight, if desired you may partially precook the meatballs on a greased baking sheet in oven before adding to the sauce --- you will love this sauce and you will be making it often! ---- also see my recipe#150207

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Sauces

Time 3h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

prepared meatballs, recipe (see my Kittencal's Italian Melt-In-Your-Mouth Meatballs)
olive oil (to cover bottom of the pot)
1 large onion, chopped
6 large garlic cloves, finely chopped (or to taste)
1 -2 bay leaf
1 tablespoon dried oregano (rubbed with fingers to release the oils)
1 tablespoon dried basil (rubbed with fingers to release the oils)
1 -2 tablespoon salt (or to taste)
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional or to taste)
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/3-1/2 cup dry red wine (or to taste)
2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes (can use 3 cans if you plan of freezing some sauce)
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, well drained
1 tablespoon sugar (optional and to be added in the last 30 minutes of cooking time)

Steps:

  • Prepare the meatball recipe as directed on the recipe; transfer to a plate cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use (the meatballs may be prepared up to 1 day in advance).
  • Drain the diced tomatoes over a strainer.
  • Coat bottom of large heavy-bottomed pot with olive oil, heat over medium heat.
  • Saute onion with bay leaf, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper and crushed chili peppers for about 5-7 minutes or until the onions are transparent.
  • Add in fresh garlic; cook stirring for 2 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste;mix and stir for about 2 minutes or until well combined with the onion mixture.
  • Add in the wine; stir well to combine.
  • Add the 2 cans crushed tomatoes (can use 3 cans if you are freezing some sauce) and the drained diced tomatoes, stir and bring to a light boil; boil for 5-8 minutes then reduce heat to low.
  • Add in uncooked meatballs to the sauce (if you are adding the meatballs uncooked do not stir for 30 minutes or you may run the risk of them falling apart in the simmering sauce).
  • Simmer uncovered on low heat for about 3-5 hours (the longer you simmer uncovered the thicker and richer your sauce will be so don't be afraid to simmer even 6 hours!) adding more salt if desired.
  • Skim off any fat that might gather on top of sauce.
  • Allow to cool to room temperature then refrigerate (with the meatballs in the sauce) a minimum of 1 day or up to 4 days before using.
  • Use as much as desired then freeze the rest for another meal, just reheat the sauce on top of the stove or heat in microwave (this will freeze well for up to 6 months).
  • Note: if desired, you can bake the meatballs in the oven before adding to the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.3, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1052.2, Carbohydrate 25.1, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 8.3, Protein 5.2

KITTENCAL'S MARINARA PASTA SAUCE (VEGETARIAN)



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This is a basic simple marinara but big on flavor, it can be ready in 1 hour or you can cook it longer and even tastes better the next day that is why I strongly suggest to make this sauce 1-3 days ahead and refrigerate as the flavors will blend and intensify ---this freezes well so make a double recipe and freeze a batch for the next meal, you may omit the wine but I strongly suggest to add it in, it really adds flavor to the sauce --- please make certain to purchase only good-quality canned Italian Roma (plum) tomatoes for this it will make a huge difference to the flavor of the sauce --- all ingredients may be adjusted to suit taste, this sauce can also be simmered for a longer time in a crockpot, throw in some fresh mushrooms also if desired --- also see my recipe#71273

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 -4 tablespoons olive oil (I use enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of my pot)
1 large onion, chopped
4 -6 garlic cloves, minced (or to taste, the more the better I use 6 extra large cloves)
1 tablespoon dried basil (rubbed between fingers to release flavor)
2 teaspoons dried oregano (rubbed between fingers to release flavor)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional or adjust to taste)
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste (can use two cans for a thicker richer sauce if desired)
1 (28 ounce) can whole roma tomatoes, undrained (break up with a fork before cooking, go ahead and use two cans if desired!)
1/3-1/2 cup dry red wine (you may omit if desired but good to add in, can use white wine)
2 teaspoons sugar (optional or to taste)
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste, a good tomato sauce needs lots so don't be shy with the salt)
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a heavy-bottomed stockpot or Dutch oven heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add in onions, garlic and dried red pepper flakes, basil and oregano; saute for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add in the tomato paste and stir for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add in the Roma tomatoes with juice and wine; simmer uncovered over low heat for 1-2 hours (I usually cook it for at least a couple of hours) stirring occasionally.
  • Season with salt and pepper and add in sugar if desired.
  • **NOTE** if you prefer a thinner sauce, then add in some water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.8, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 933.6, Carbohydrate 23.6, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 14.4, Protein 4.4

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