Day 18: Green Chile Basil Pesto and Bruschetta

I love a great bruschetta with basil pesto! I had been thinking about this recipe for quite a while, worrying that by adding green chile it just wouldn’t come out tasting right. But I was definitely wrong, this pesto is dynamic and I can’t wait to add it to a pasta dish! But for now, here is a delicious bruschetta recipe that you must try!

Servings: 1 Cup

Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients:

2 Cups (packed) Basil Leaves

¼ Cup Pine Nuts

½ Cup Olive Oil

4 Tbsp Green Chile

½ Tsp Salt

¼ Tsp Pepper

Method:

In a blender add the basil leaves, pine nuts, green chile, salt and pepper. Blend until finely chopped. Slowly add oil, blending to a thick and smooth uniformity.  Add more green chile, salt or pepper to your liking. Now you’ve got your pesto, what are you going to make with it? Below is a recipe for bruschetta, more pesto recipes to come.

Green Chile Pesto Bruschetta

Servings: Depends on Baguette slice, at least 12

Difficulty: Very Easy

Ingredients:

1 Cup Green Chile Basil Pesto

1 Baguette roll

1 tomato, sliced thinly into small pieces

Mozzarella Cheese, cut into thin slices

Olive Oil

Method:

Slice the baguette roll into about ½ inch thick slices.

I toasted both sides of the baguette slices on a Panini pan with some olive oil, but this step  is not necessary.

Spread the pesto onto each baguette slice.

Add a piece of tomato.

Top with a thin slice of mozzarella cheese.

Day 16: Green Chile Gorgonzola Sauce

I know there are many of you out there who wouldn't dare put any type of sauce on a piece of filet mignon. But this Gorgonzola sauce will make you feel like your eating at a 5 star steakhouse! Cook your filet to your desired wellness and top with the simple but dynamic addition, you'll be happy you did!
Adapted from  Barefoot Contessa

Servings: 4-6
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients:
2 Cups of Heavy Cream
2 Ounces Gorgonzola Cheese
2 Tbsp Parmesan Cheese, grated
3 Tbsp Green Chile (adjust to your liking)
Dash of salt and pepper

Method:
Place the cream in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Lightly boil for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will be reduced and thickened.
Remove from heat and add all the remaining ingredients. Stir or whisk until the cheese has melted. Serve over your filet.

Green Chile Sauce

This sauce is a delicious complement to chicken and pork! It can be poured over burritos or Huevos Rancheros. It is used in Green Chile Gourmand's Enchilada recipe as well! Enjoy however you choose to add it to your meals!

Servings: 3 Cups
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients:

3 Tbsp Butter

1 Cup Chopped Onion

3 Tbsp Flour

2 1/4 Cups Chicken Broth

1 1/2 Cups Chopped Green Chile

1 Large Garlic Clove, Minced

1 Tsp Cumin

Method:

Melt the butter and saute the onions until soft.

Stir in the flour.

Add the chicken broth. Stir until well mixed.

Add the green chiles, garlic, and cumin.

Let simmer for 15 minutes.