Pea and Sun Dried Tomato Pesto

Submitted by Food-ease

"This is a "dang-that's-good!" adaptation of Giada De Laurentiis' recipe that will knock your socks off. In fact, I just made a batch and had to walk away to get another mouthful before I finished typing this recipe. It's a sweet and savory appetizer that will please book club members and kids alike. Serve on top of crostini, toasted wheat bread, or whatever you desire!"

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2 cups frozen peas, thawed
• 1⁄2 cup grated parmesan cheese (fresh is better than dried)
• 1 lemon, juice of
• 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch pepper
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup chopped fire roasted red pepper (from the jar)

directions

1. Add all the ingredients, except for the olive oil and red bell peppers, to a food processor and blend. Add the olive oil last. Taste as you go to adjust ingredients based on your flavor preference.
2. Place on top of crostini or crackers, and top with chopped red bell peppers.