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Rich Red Pesto Sauce
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Prep Time
10
minutes
mins
Total Time
10
minutes
mins
Servings
8
Ingredients
1
cup
Sun-dried tomatoes
oil-packed, drained
1
cup
Fresh basil
tightly packed
1/2
cup
Extra virgin olive oil
can substitute reserved tomato oil
1/4
cup
Almonds
unsalted, toasted
1/4
cup
Pumpkin seeds
pepitas, unsalted, toasted
2
cloves
Garlic
peeled
Instructions
Drain the tomatoes, reserving the oil if desired, and place them into a food processor.
Add the fresh basil, toasted almonds, pumpkin seeds, and peeled garlic cloves to the processor bowl.
Pulse the mixture 5 to 7 times until the ingredients are coarsely ground.
With the processor running on low, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the mixture reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.