Watercress Dip with Basil and Pecans

== Description ==
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
== Ingredients ==
* 3 cup watercress stems, trimmed
* ¾ cup fresh small basil leaves
* ¼ cup minced garlic
* ½ cup good-quality olive oil
* 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* ¾ cup whipping cream
* ½ cup finely ground pecans
* ¼ cup minced green onions
* salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
* 1 tablespoon milk or water (optional)
== Directions ==
# In a blender combine watercress, basil, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan; Blend to form a paste. 
# Add cream and blend only until mixed; do not over blend. 
# Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in pecans and green onion. 
# Season with salt and pepper. 
# Mixture will thicken as it stands. 
# If desired, add a tablespoon of milk or water to thin it out before serving. 
# Mixture will keep up to 10 days, refrigerated.
Category:Dip Recipes
Category:Cress Recipes
Category:Basil Recipes
Category:Pecan Recipes