Red Pepper Pesto Recipe

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Ingredients
  • 8 ounces roasted red bell peppers
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • 5 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, quartered lengthwise
  • 2/3 cup roasted pine nuts
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Prep Time
30 minutes
Total Time
30 minutes
Directions
  • In a blender or food processor, purée peppers until they are smooth and well blended (If a blender or processor is not available, chop into fine bits and manually blend). Shred cheese and chop nuts into bits, blending thoroughly and add to peppers. Chop basil into tiny pieces and combine with peppers, cheese and nuts.
  • Add oil and vinegar to combined ingredients. Press garlic and combine with other ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate and use within several days or freeze to keep longer.

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Red ripened bell peppers that have been roasted in some manner. There are several ways in which the red peppers can be roasted.
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