Tomato Pesto Amato

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   NOTE: If your dried tomatoes are very dry, soak in water for about 1/2 hour or 'til tender.

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   Drain, reserving 1/3 cup of the water for the recipe.

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   NOTE: If your tomatoes are stored in olive oil, drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of the oil for the recipe, then rinse tomatoes for 2 seconds and let drain.

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   In a food processor bowl, combine all ingredients except oil and water.

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   Process until well blended but not paste.

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   Slowly add the oil in a stream while the processor is running.

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   Add the water and blend until of desired consistency.

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   Long blending will produce a thicker sauce.

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   If it's too thick, add more water (not oil) until of desired consistency.

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    One tablespoon equals one serving on an average-size bowl of pasta.

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    Garnish with chopped dried tomatoes.

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    Too good --.

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    Can be frozen.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.