This twist on pasta with pesto has a smoky rich flavor, thanks to ancho chile, that brings a southwestern touch to this typical Italian dish.
I used to make ancho chile paste to use when I cook, but now I use ancho chile powder for the same result. The addition of sun-dried tomato pesto provides a subtle, sweet undertone to the dish. I like to make the pesto in advance and keep it in my refrigerator for future use.
I find this versatile condiment really comes in handy during cold weather months for amping up flavors. If you don’t have time to make it, you’ll find it on Amazon or possibly in the condiment section of your grocery store….