Recetas con tomates secos

Ingredientes

• 1 cup (185g) sun-dried tomatoes (in oil drained)
• 1/3 cup (35g) walnuts (or peeled almonds)
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3/4 cup (70g) grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup (55g) oil from the sun-dried tomato jar
• 1/8 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
• zest grated from 1/2 lemon (optional)
• 1 cup (20g) fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup (55g) olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 12 ounces (340g) spaghetti pasta
• grated parmesan cheese (to serve)

Preparación

1. 1

   Cook pasta al dente according to package instructions (it should have a bite to it and not be too soft). Drain.

2. 2

   Make pesto: Add all the ingredients except the olive oil into a food processor bowl.

3. 3

   Mix over high speed until very finely chopped (it should be a little bit chunky and not completely smooth).

4. 4

   Add the olive oil and mix over low speed or pulse until well-combined.

5. 5

   Season to taste with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Toss the cooked pasta with pesto.

7. 7

   Serve sprinkled with grated parmesan cheese.

8. 8

   Enjoy!