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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 3 medium red bell peppers
  • 4 medium cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method

  • Place pine nuts on plate; microwave, uncovered, with 650 watts, until lightly toasted, 3 minutes.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • Place peppers in dish large enough to hold all three without touching.
  • Cover; microwave with 650 watts, until skins loosen, 15 minutes.
  • Remove and let stand at least 5 minutes.
  • Longer is OK. Peel off skins, then remove stems and seeds.
  • Puree peppers with nuts, garlic, cheese, oil and salt in food processor fitted with metal blade.
  • Use right away, refrigerate for up to 5 days, or freeze.