Tomato Pesto – Delight Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup pine nuts
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
• 2 medium-sized ripe tomatoes
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Cut the tomatoes into halves and season them with salt and pepper. Drizzle some olive oil over the tomato halves.
3. Roast the tomato halves in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes until the skin starts to brown and wrinkle.
4. Let the tomatoes cool.
5. In a food processor, add the basil leaves, pine nuts, and garlic. Pulse the mixture together while slowly adding the olive oil.
6. Once all the oil has been added, chop the cooled tomatoes into small pieces and add them to the food processor.
7. Pulse the mixture until it is smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides of the food processor bowl a few times to ensure everything gets blended together.
8. Once the mixture is smooth, add the freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Pulse a few times to combine everything.
9. Serve the tomato pesto delight on top of your favorite pasta, toasted bread or crackers.

Verdict:

This tomato pesto delight recipe is a twist on traditional pesto sauces. Roasting the tomatoes adds a depth of flavor while keeping the sauce light and fresh. The combination of pine nuts, garlic, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese creates a perfect balance. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or as an appetizer for a dinner party.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve on top of your favorite cooked pasta.
• Spread on top of toasted bread or crackers as an appetizer.
• Add to grilled veggies or meats for an added burst of flavor.