Homemade Pesto and Tomato Sauce with Walnuts

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Homemade Pesto and Tomato Sauce with Walnuts Recipe

This Homemade Pesto and Tomato Sauce with Walnuts is a tasty and simple way to season your favourite pasta dishes. The pesto sauce has a nutty and savoury flavor from the combination of fresh basil, walnuts, and Parmesan cheese, while the tomato sauce has a rich and flavorful flavor from the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and spices.

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Time Needed

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes

Instructions

• Combine the basil, walnuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a food processor.
• Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped.
• Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while the food processor is running until the mixture is smooth.
• Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
• Place aside.
• Combine the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water, oregano, and red pepper flakes in a large saucepan.
• Bring to a low boil over medium heat.
• Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook the sauce, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes.
• Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the pesto sauce until thoroughly combined.
• Serve hot over your favourite pasta or as a bread dipping sauce.

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