How to Store Parsley Pesto

Flat leaf parsley grows in leaf clumps of threes.

Pesto sauce is traditionally made with fresh basil leaves but, if you are in a pinch, fresh parsley makes a tasty and healthy substitute. The flat, green variety is best for pesto as it blends more smoothly than curly parsley. Loaded with vitamins K, C and A, just 2 tbsp. of this vegetable will give you a good burst of nutrition. Originally grown in the Mediterranean, Italian flat parsley and the curly variety are readily available at farmers' markets and grocery stores around the world. Does this Spark an idea?

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Pesto spoon
Zippered storage bags

Instructions

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  Prepare the pesto according to the recipe you prefer. Allow the pesto to cool to room temperature if you've heated it.
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  Pour the pesto into zippered storage bags or into plastic containers with tight-fitting lids using a spoon to scoop out all the sauce. Divide large batches of pesto into the appropriate serving sizes for yourself or your family.
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  Push the air out of the zippered bags and seal the zippers. If using plastic containers, fill the containers nearly to the top before sealing with a lid.
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  Store the parsley pesto in the freezer for up to three months. Mark the top of the storage containers with a permanent marker with the date of storage. This will help you keep track of the freshness.