Basil Butter
(makes 2/3 cup)
3 cups fresh basil leaves, washed and finely chopped
1/2 c. butter, softened
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
In a bowl, mix all of the ingredients together. Once combined, pack the mixture into small contain-
ers and freeze. It will keep for up to 6 months in the freezer. This butter is delicious on sandwiches, warm crusty bread, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
Scallion and Blue Cheese Salad
(makes 6 servings)
1 large head of lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
3 Tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 scallions, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 c. roasted walnuts
Place lettuce in a large bowl. In a small bowl whisk oil, lemon juice, and mustard. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in scallions. Drizzle dressing over lettuce and toss to coat. Sprinkle cheese and walnuts over salad and serve.