Romesco Sauce

Vegetarian Times Issue: July 1, 2006 p.58

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30 minutes or fewer

Think of romesco as pesto�s lesser-known cousin�it�s also made with nuts, garlic and olive oil but uses tomatoes and peppers, not basil. Romesco sauce is used to jazz up traditional tortillas and roasted vegetables. It also makes a luscious dip for pita wedges.

Directions

1. Toast almonds and hazelnuts in skillet over medium-low heat 3 to 5 minutes or until browned and fragrant, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and cool.

2. Pulse toasted nuts, breadcrumbs, garlic and salt in food processor or blender until nuts are finely ground. Add tomato, red peppers, oil, vinegar, paprika, crushed red pepper and ground black pepper to taste. Pur�e until smooth. Transfer to serving bowl. Spoon over wedges of Potato and Asparagus Tortillas.

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ingredient list

Makes about 1 1/3 cups

1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts
1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, or 1/4 cup fresh breadcrumbs
1 clove garlic, minced (about 1 tsp.)
1/4 tsp. salt
1 small tomato, seeded and diced (about 1 cup)
1 7-oz. jar roasted red peppers, drained and rinsed
2 Tbs. olive oil
1 Tbs. sherry or red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

Nutritional Information

Per TABLESPOON:

Calories	31
Protein	1g
Total Fat	2g
Carbs	2g
Sodium	73mg

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