Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Pesto

Ingredients

  • 1 jar (10 ounces) sun-dried tomatoes, drained 
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves 
  • 1/4 cup walnuts 
  • 2 cloves garlic 
  • ½ cup olive oil 
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste 
  • ¼ teaspoon salt 

Directions

  1. Place sun-dried tomatoes, basil, walnuts, and garlic in food processor bowl. 
  2. Process until almost a puree. 
  3. Add olive oil, Parmesan cheese, tomato paste, and salt. Process until mixture is well blended. 
  4. Toss with hot pasta, spread on grilled chicken, or use as a sandwich spread. 

Makes: 1 1/3 cups

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