Spicy, sweet and slightly tart -- this sundried tomato pesto is ready in 5 minutes in the food processor while your pasta boils. Creamy mozzarella rounds out this recipe.
Start by bring a pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add 2 tbsp. kosher salt before adding in your pasta. Cook according to package directions, reserving pasta water.
Meanwhile, add all spicy sundried tomato pesto ingredients except for the olive oil into the bowl of a food processor or blender. Pulse to combine until paste forms, stopping to use a spatula to push down ingredients often. Begin to drizzle in olive oil to create sauce. Season to taste with kosher salt and pepper.
In your serving bowl, place sundried tomato pesto. Use a slotted spoon to add hot pasta to serving bowl over sauce. Toss together and add reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce as needed. Top with mozzarella balls and more parmesan, if desired!