Red Pesto

Ingredients:

Yield: 2 cups

1/2 cup sun-dried tomato, drained and chopped
3 cups fresh basil leaves (loosely packed)
3 -4 cloves fresh garlic
1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese or 1/2 cup romano cheese
1/2 cup pine nuts or 1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
black pepper

Method:

1. In a food processor or blender, blend the tomatoes, basil  and garlic.
2. Add the grated cheese, nuts and 1/4 cup olive oil; blend well.
3. Add the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil, salt and pepper; blend well.
4. Store in the fridge, or separate evenly in ice cube tray and freeze.