Now is the time to plant cilantro. Even though cilantro  is used in many hot and spicy dishes, it is grown in  the cooler months here in the Gulf Coast Area. It is a  very easy and rewarding addition to your herb garden.  It will continue to grow over the winter months  to harvest for your fall and holiday recipe.  Enjoy this delicious and easy recipe for  Cilantro Pesto from Real Simple: Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves, peeled and coarsely chopped ·        2 cups fresh cilantro, lightly packed 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Directions: Place the garlic and cilantro in a food processor  fitted with a metal blade. With the processor  running, slowly add the oils, lemon juice,  salt, and pepper. Process until smooth. Dig in!