Recipes for Parsley

Ingredients

• 2 cups slightly wilted parsley leaves
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the parsley leaves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
2. Toss well to coat the parsley leaves with the dressing.
3. Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
4. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh parsley leaves
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 ounces spaghetti

Instructions

1. In a food processor, combine parsley, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
2. With the food processor running, slowly pour in olive oil until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain well.
5. In a large bowl, toss the cooked spaghetti with the parsley pesto until well coated.
6. Serve hot and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.