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Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

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"In the '70s, with the advent of New American cooking, sun-dried tomato pesto became something of a cliche-and was summarily forgotten on the culinary landscape. It's well worth a revival, especially when you cut down the fat and add a little vinegar for a nice spike." — Eating Well

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Slice the top quarter off each head of garlic, exposing the inner cloves. Wrap in foil and roast until soft, about 45 minutes. Open the foil packet and let stand until cool enough to handle.
Meanwhile, place sun-dried tomatoes in a medium bowl. Cover with boiling water and let soak until soft, about 20 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the tomatoes to a food processor or large blender. Add 6 tablespoons of the soaking liquid, cheese, oregano, oil, vinegar, red pepper and salt. Squeeze in the roasted garlic. Pulse a few times, then process until smooth, or to the desired consistency, scraping down the sides occasionally.

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Buy dry sun-dried tomatoes, usually found in the produce section, not the ones jarred in oil. Look for soft, pliable wedges: avoid those that are desiccated, brittle or tarnished brown.

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Nutrition

Calories
82 kcal
4%

Carbohydrates
8.7 g
3%

Cholesterol
3 mg
1%

Fat
4.6 g
7%

Fiber
1.2 g
5%

Protein
2.7 g
5%

Sodium
263 mg
11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 82
** Calories from Fat: 42

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 4.6g 7 %
** Saturated Fat 1.1g 6 %
** Cholesterol 3mg 1 %
** Sodium 263mg 11 %
** Potassium 300mg 8 %
** Total Carbohydrates 8.7g 3 %
** Dietary Fiber 1.2g 5 %
** Protein 2.7g 5 %
** Sugars 2.8g
** Vitamin A 3 %
** Vitamin C 12 %
** Calcium 7 %
** Iron 9 %
** Thiamin 6 %
** Niacin 8 %
** Vitamin B6 12 %
** Magnesium 6 %
** Folate 3 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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