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Freezing Pesto w/ cheese? #880948

Asked August 10, 2024, 3:25 PM EDT

When freezing pesto should I include cheese or add cheese after thawing?

Lane County Oregon

Expert Response

You can make the pesto with cheese and freeze it.  I do it all the time and freeze it in ice cube trays and then when frozen transfer to freezer containers or bags.  It is so handy to have on hand.  

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Nellie Oehler 
An Ask Extension Expert Replied August 12, 2024, 1:19 PM EDT
Thank you so much!! I stumbled across a pesto recipe using mint leaves and pistachio. I'm going to make the classic (lots of basil in the garden) but thought mint and pistachio worth a try
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The Question Asker Replied August 12, 2024, 1:48 PM EDT
You can safely use many greens and different kinds of nuts in pesto as long as you freeze it One of the favorites we made in class used carrot tops and it was delicious.  Have fun experimenting.

Nellie
An Ask Extension Expert Replied August 12, 2024, 3:59 PM EDT

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