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Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

A bowl of sun-dried tomato pesto made with garlic, Parmesan and fresh basil. Perfect on everything from pasta to steak!

Serves: 12
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 0 min

Ingredients

1 (8-ounce) jar oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
10 fresh basil leaves
3 cloves garlic, smashed
¼ cup toasted pine nuts or blanched almonds
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, (from 1 lemon) or red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon red chili flakes, (optional)
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Ingredients

1 (8-ounce) jar oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
10 fresh basil leaves
3 cloves garlic, smashed
¼ cup toasted pine nuts or blanched almonds
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, (from 1 lemon) or red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon red chili flakes, (optional)
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Method

In a small food processor, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, basil, garlic, and pine nuts and pulse until combined but still slightly chunky. Transfer the mixture to a small bowl. Stir in the olive oil, Parmesan, lemon juice, chili flakes (if using), salt, and pepper until combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.