Thyme-lemon zent herb paste

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4tablespoonsChopped shallots
(about 4 shallots)
3tablespoonsGround almonds
(about 24 almonds)
Grated peel of 4 lemons
2tablespoonsFresh thyme (heaping)
2tablespoonsChopped parsley
1tablespoonChopped shives
¾teaspoonSalt
½teaspoonGround white pepper
¾cupOlive oil

Directions

1. In a food processor or blender, blend the shallots, almonds, lemon peel, thyme, parsley and chives.

2. Mix in the salt and white pepper. SLOWLY drizzle in the oil while the

blade is turning. Transfer to tempered glass jars and store in the refrigerator (8-10 weeks) or freezer for a year.

NOTE: You may wish to include up to 4 T. minced garlic in step 1.

This goes well in tomato-based sauces.