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An alternative to classic pesto, sun-dried tomato pesto is tossed with penne pasta.

This easy pesto pasta dish gets a lot of flavor from sun-dried tomatoes.

It can be made with traditional pine nuts, or with almonds.

It can be a vegetarian entree that stands on its own, or a side dish served with grilled chicken, shrimp or other proteins.

It’s as good room temperature as it is warm, making it a good candidate for pot lucks and picnics.

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