Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4-6
Elevate your pantry game with Artisan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto, a rich and flavorful spread that brings gourmet quality to your meals. 🍅✨ This versatile staple pairs beautifully with pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip for crusty bread.
Ingredients For Artisan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
☑1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained)🍅🍅
☑1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
☑1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for vegan)
☑1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (or almonds)
☑2 garlic cloves, minced
☑1 teaspoon🥄 red chili flakes (optional)
☑Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking Steps For Artisan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
- 🥧Prepare the Ingredients
Drain the sun-dried tomatoes and toast the pine nuts lightly in a dry skillet until golden and fragrant. - 🥧Blend the Pesto
In a food processor, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, garlic, and red chili flakes. Pulse until coarsely blended. - 🥧Add Olive Oil
Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while processing, until the mixture becomes smooth and spreadable. Adjust the consistency with more olive oil if needed. - 🥧Season to Taste
Add salt and pepper to taste, blending briefly to combine. - 🥧Serve or Store
Serve immediately with pasta, spread on sandwiches, or as a dip. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
“Rich, bold, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors! 🌟 This Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto is a pantry staple that transforms simple dishes into gourmet creations.”
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