SUN-DRIED TOMATO PESTO

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Sun-dried tomatoes add rich, smoky flavor to always-pleasing pesto. For a main dish sauce, add 2 tablespoons olive oil for every 1/3 cup pesto and toss with hot pasta.-Catherine Chintala, Robbinsville, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 1-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 jar (8-1/2 ounces) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, undrained
1 cup loosely packed basil leaves
1 small garlic clove
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
French bread baguette slices, toasted

Steps:

In a food processor, combine the tomatoes, basil, garlic, salt and pepper. Cover and process until finely chopped. Stir in cheese. Serve with toasted baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges