Sun-Dried Tomato Dip

• 1 (3-ounce) package sun-dried tomatoes, packed without oil (about 2 cups)
• 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves (do not substitute dried basil)
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Italian-style tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (15-ounce) can white beans, drained
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Pita chips or baked tortilla chips (optional)

1. Combine tomatoes and 1 cup boiling water in a bowl; let stand 15 minutes or until soft. Drain tomatoes in a sieve over a bowl, reserving 1/2 cup soaking liquid.
2. Place tomatoes, reserved soaking liquid, basil, and remaining ingredients, except chips, in a food processor; process until smooth. Serve with pita chips or baked tortilla chips, if desired.

tomatoes, fresh basil, balsamic vinegar, italianstyle, olive oil, salt, pepper, white beans, garlic, chips

Taken from www.myrecipes.com/recipe/sun-dried-tomato-dip-0 (may not work)