Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

June 2, 2015

Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

Serves 1 pint
Prep time 5 minutes
Meal type Condiment

Ingredients

  • 3oz sun dried tomatoes
  • 12 Large basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon roughly chopped garlic
  • 6 tablespoons chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Step 1
If you are using actual dried sun-dried tomatoes, place them in a bowl of hot water for 20 minutes to soften then drain water. If you are using the jarred variety packed in oil simply go to the next step.
Step 2
Place all ingredients in a small food processor and blend until thoroughly combined. You can add more chicken stock is you would like a thinner sauce. Add additional salt and pepper to taste.