BEST RED PESTO SAUCE

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This is a fantastic Pesto recipe, one that I make all the time....I usually make lots, and store in my freezer in icecube containers, so I have it ready to add to pasta recipes....when added to any tomato sauce, it seems to always taste better.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup sun-dried tomato, drained and chopped
3 cups fresh basil leaves (loosely packed)
3 -4 cloves fresh garlic
1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese or 1/2 cup romano cheese
1/2 cup pine nuts or 1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
black pepper

Steps:

In a food processor or blender, blend the tomatoes, basil and garlic.
Add the grated cheese, nuts and 1/4 cup olive oil; blend well.
Add the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil, salt and pepper; blend well.
Store in the fridge, or separate evenly in icecube containers and freeze.
Use in pasta dishes.

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