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Parsley Sauce with Cornichons and Capers

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Published on August 22, 2007

Time

10 minutes

Yield

Serves 4 (Makes about 1 1/4 cups)

Parsley Sauce with Cornichons and Capers

Ingredients

6 tablespoons minced cornichons plus 1 teaspoon brine¾ cup minced fresh parsley½ cup extra-virgin olive oil2 scallions, minced¼ cup capers, rinsed and chopped coarse¼ teaspoon pepperPinch table salt

Before You Begin

Use a good-quality extra-virgin olive oil in this sauce.

Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients together in bowl.

Parsley Sauce with Cornichons and Capers

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Time

10 minutes

Yield

Serves 4 (Makes about 1 1/4 cups)

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Why This Recipe Works

Inspired by salsa verde, this pesto-like sauce made with parsley, olive oil, cornichons, and capers is the perfect pairing with poached chicken and fish. The fresh flavor of the parsley and the richness of the olive oil complement the mild flavor and the juicy, tender texture of poached fish and chicken.

Before You Begin

Use a good-quality extra-virgin olive oil in this sauce.

Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients together in bowl.
  2. 2.Enjoy!
    Parsley Sauce with Cornichons and Capers

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