This is the second in a series called Timbercrest Healthy Recipe of the Month, part of our effort to become a Healthier Tennessee Neighborhood.

This recipe originated when my father's basil plant got out of hand - we had to find a way to eat it back to a manageable size! - Jennifer Reynolds (Lance Drive)

Pesto Linguine

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

8-10 cups fresh basil leaves

4-5 cloves of garlic (peeled)

This is the first in a series called Timbercrest Healthy Recipe of the Month, part of our effort to become a Healthier Tennessee Neighborhood.

Mini Pepper Pizzas

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

4 bell peppers, halved and cored
1/2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup grated parmesan

The Governor’s Foundation for Health and Wellness officially launched Healthier Tennessee Neighborhoods in Knoxville yesterday! Timbercrest was announced as one of three pilot neighborhoods. The Knox New Sentinel has great article: Healthier Neighborhoods: Foundation hopes community groups succeed where government hasn't.