Thyme Pesto Crostini
- 1/2 cup fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2cup walnuts
- 5 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup Parmesan
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
- 2 tsp minced preserved lemon
- crostini
- In a food processor, combine thyme, walnuts, Parmesan, garlic and salt. Pulse until you have consistency of course sand and set aside
- Puree the spinach, adding tablespoon of water if nesicary
- Add set aside ingredients and pulse until mixed. Continue to pulse, gradually drizzle in the olive oil until you have a chunky pesto. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine creme fraiche and preserved lemon. Allow to stand in the refrigerator for about a half hour for the flavors to combine.
- Spread each crostini with the pesto, and top with a generous smear of preserved lemon cream.
- Optional garnish with sliced peas and lemon zest