Classic pesto is a thick sauce that always contains basil, parmesan, pine nuts and olive oil. Pesto with dried tomatoes is an unconventional option that deserves attention due to its bright taste.
Ingredients:
- Sun-dried tomatoes – 150 g
- Pine nuts – 50 g
- Garlic – 1 clove
- Cheddar cheese – 70 g
- Dried basil – 1/4 tsp
- Olive oil – 1 tbsp.
Directions:
- Pour warm water over the sun-dried tomatoes for 5 minutes.
- Grate the cheese on a fine grater.
- Finely chop the garlic.
- Remove excess liquid from the tomatoes and place them in a blender bowl.
- Add pine nuts, cheese, and garlic here.
- Add basil and olive oil. Grind until smooth. Add a little more olive oil if necessary.
- Pesto with sun-dried tomatoes is a delicious, hearty sauce with a rich taste and aroma of tomatoes and a bright, uplifting color. It is complemented by piquant pine nuts, aromatic garlic, oregano, and salty cheese. Serve the sauce with pasta or baguette slices.