Purple pesto

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsOpal or Purple Ruffle basil
2tablespoonsSun dried tomatoes
2Garlic cloves
6tablespoonsAsiago cheese
cupPine nuts or walnuts
½cupOlive oil

Directions

Combine all ingredients except oil in blender or food processor.

Slowly add oil. Blend to desired consistency and toss on freshly cooked pasta.

(This pesto variation makes a great sauce with sauteed strips of sweet Italian peppers and linguine.)

From: The Cook's Garden catalog - Spring/Summer 1989 - page 1)