Calabrian Pesto

Ingredients

• Black pepper (to taste)
• Salt (to taste)
• Extra virgin olive oil (1/2 cup)
• Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup, grated)
• Pine nuts (1/4 cup)
• Fresh basil leaves (1 cup)
• Garlic (2 cloves)
• Calabrian chili peppers (2 peppers)
• Sun (dried tomatoes - 1 cup)

Instructions

1. In a food processor, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, Calabrian chili peppers, garlic, basil leaves, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese.
2. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped.
3. While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.
4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Transfer the pesto to a jar or container and refrigerate until ready to use.
6. Serve the Calabrian pesto as a spread on bread, toss it with pasta, or use it as a sauce for grilled meats or vegetables.