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3 Simple dishes with fresh basil

July 25, 2012 4:11 PM By MARGE PERRY margeperry1@gmail.com

Quinoa, tossed with a simple homemade pesto and

Photo credit: Marge Perry | Quinoa, tossed with a simple homemade pesto and chopped tomatoes, is served in hollowed-out fresh tomatoes. (July 2012)

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TIP: Store basil in a glass of water (as you would flowers in a vase) and keep refrigerated. Wash just before using.

QUINOA WITH PESTO AND SUMMER TOMATOES

The tomato cups may be made a day in advance; the filling may also be served as a simple side dish.

1 cup quinoa

3 tablespoons slivered almonds

2 cups basil leaves

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

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