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Sun Dried Tomato Pesto (no nuts)

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"This is my version of red pesto. It's really good with pasta or spread on a crusty bread." — Jenny Crocker

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1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh basil
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup olive oil

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Directions

Place sun-dried tomatoes in a small pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let tomatoes soften, about 10 minutes. Drain.
Blend tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and salt in a blender until mixed. Slowly add olive oil, about 1/4 cup at a time; blend until smooth.

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Really great recipe. Used 3/4 tbsp. garlic and found it just right (you know that kind already minced in the jar). Deep and rich flavour. Served it over toasted baguette slices (thin) Don't really think you need to change anything. But I am curious how a little wine or balsalmic would play into it. Also wondering how it would taste with a little pine nuts. Some things to try later. But, seriously, really great recipe as is.

—windlecm

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Sep 21, 2012

10 STARS - Killer Recipe! I could eat this on bread, on pasta or just by the spoonful. Thanks! It's delicious! UPDATE: I did use jarred packed in oil type sun dried tomatoes.

—Baking Nana

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4 Ratings

Oct 07, 2012

Awesome! I made this exactly as directed, using store bought dry packed sundried tomatoes and fresh basil from my garden. The recipe is super simple and balanced very well. It's not overpowering on the garlic as some pesto can be. I highly recommend this as a great topping for pasta or an alternate to sauce on pizza.

—Abs1111

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Nutrition

Calories
204 kcal
10%

Carbohydrates
4.2 g
1%

Cholesterol
1 mg
< 1%

Fat
20.8 g
32%

Fiber
0.9 g
4%

Protein
1.6 g
3%

Sodium
452 mg
18%

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

Nutritional Information

Sun Dried Tomato Pesto (no nuts)

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 204
Calories from Fat: 187

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.8g 32 %
Saturated Fat 3g 15 %
Cholesterol 1mg < 1 %
Sodium 452mg 18 %
Potassium 245mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 4.2g 1 %
Dietary Fiber 0.9g 4 %
Protein 1.6g 3 %
Sugars 2.6g
Vitamin A 4 %
Vitamin C 6 %
Calcium 4 %
Iron 8 %
Thiamin 4 %
Niacin 7 %
Vitamin B6 3 %
Magnesium 6 %
Folate 4 %

* 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.