Classic Pesto Rosso (Sun-dried Tomato Pesto With Almonds)
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5
2 reviews
Excellent
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
18
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Calories
90 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Italian
Classic Pesto Rosso (Sun-dried Tomato Pesto With Almonds)
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A classic pesto sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, almonds, garlic, basil, parmesan and olive oil. Fast and simple. Makes approx 2 cups.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup sun-dried tomato oil drained and reserved, strips, packed in oil
- ½ cup almonds unsalted
- 50 g Parmesan Cheese fresh
- 1-2 garlic cores removed, cloves
- ½ cup basil firmly packed, leaves
- lemon juice to taste, fresh
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- olive oil extra, as needed
Instructions
- Place sun-dried tomato strips (1 cup), almonds (½ cup), parmesan (50g), garlic (1-2 cloves, cores removed) and basil (½ cup - firmly packed) into a food processor.
- Process until finely chopped, then add ¼ cup of the reserved sun-dried tomato oil (making up the difference with olive oil if needed) and continue to process until the desired consistency, adding more oil as needed.
- Add lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.
- Store pesto in an airtight container in the fridge with a layer of oil on top to keep it fresh.
Notes
- *Please note that the amount of calories per serve is provided as a guide only, as ingredients and cooking methods can vary greatly*
- Some recipes call for grated parmesan in pesto but I like to use a block of fresh parmesan and just cut off a chunk and toss it in and process - grated parmesan! Plus there is no additives you sometimes find in pre-grated, packaged cheese.
- Don't throw away the oil that the sun-dried tomatoes is packed in when you drain them. We use this oil later in the red pesto for a double duty flavour hit. If you don't have enough of the tomato oil you can top it up with olive oil.
- I remove the core or "germ" in the center of each garlic clove before using them for this recipe. This will give you a more mellow, smooth tasting garlic flavour in your pesto.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
90kcal
(5%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 18Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 90kcal | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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