Spread this luscious concoction on toasted Italian bread or whole-grain crackers and serve as an appetizer or as an accompaniment to pasta dishes.

　　

Ingredients

makes about 1 cup (6 to 8 servings)

　　3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not oil-cured)

　　1/3 cup toasted slivered or sliced almonds

　　1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

　　1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

　　1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

　　Salt to taste

　　

Step 1

If the dried tomatoes you are using aren’t moist, first soak them in hot water for about 10 minutes, then drain.

　　

Step 2

Combine the dried tomatoes with the remaining ingredients and 1/3 cup water in a food processor. Pulse on and off until the mixture is coarsely but evenly pureed, with a texture similar to pesto. Add a few more drops of water if needed, and salt.

　　

Step 3

Transfer the mixture to a small crock and use as a spread.

　　

nutrition information

Step 4

Calories: 98

　　

Step 5

Total Fat: 7g

　　

Step 6

Protein: 3g

　　

Step 7

Carbohydrate: 6g

　　

Step 8

Cholesterol: 0mg

　　

Step 9

Sodium: 7mg

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