Hazelnut Redpepper Sauce Recipes

HERBFARM RED PEPPER HAZELNUT SAUCE

Steps:

• Place all ingredients except for the oil in a food processor or blender and whir until the nuts are finely ground.
• Turn the machine off and scrape down the sides.
• Replace lid, turn the machine on, and then using the chute add in the oil in a steady thin stream and process until sauce is mixed well and has the consistency of a thick salad dressing.
• Serve over pasta and sprinkle with an excellent cheese such as asagio shavings or gorgonzola.

RED-PEPPER SAUCE WITH HAZELNUT BUTTER

Steps:

• Place a saucepan over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the onion and cook until just translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the peppers and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes more. Add the stock and wine and cook at a low simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, place the hazelnuts in the container of a food processor and process until they form a smooth butterlike paste, about 5 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl about every minute. Measure out 3 tablespoons of nut butter and set aside. (Unused butter can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.)
• Whisk the 3 tablespoons of hazelnut butter into the sauce in the saucepan. Transfer the sauce to a blender and blend until very smooth. Return to the pan and season with salt and pepper.
• Reheat when ready to serve. Serve with grilled or broiled meat, fish or shellfish.

ROASTED RED-PEPPER AND HAZELNUT DIP

Steps:

• Purée all ingredients, except oil, with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor until almost smooth, then add oil in a slow stream with motor running.

SPICY HAZELNUT SAUCE

Steps:

• Purée nuts with water, garlic, salt, cilantro, vinegar, and cayenne in a blender or food processor until smooth. With motor running, add oil in a slow stream, blending until emulsified.