Lovage and Walnut Pesto
- 1 large handful of young fresh lovage leaves
- 2 tbsp walnuts
- 1 clove garlic chopped
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2-3 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp parmesan
Instructions
Break up the walnuts and toast them in a dry pan for approximately 1 minute until golden and aromatic. Allow to cool. Whizz with all other ingredients in food processor or use pestle and mortar.
About Lovage:
Lovage is an ancient healing herb, mostly used for its diuretic properties in cases of water retention and urinary difficulties, and also for pain and swelling (inflammation) of the lower urinary tract, for preventing of kidney stones, and to increase the flow of urine during urinary tract infections.
The seeds, leaves and leaf stems have a strong, earthy, celery flavor that enriches soups and stews and is particularly useful in vegetarian dishes, with rice, vegetable stuffings and nut roasts. More info on this herb can be found at the Encyclopedia of Herbology.
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