I do something very similar, then buzz it in the blender with some evoo, grilled onion and garlic with some spices (depends on my mood, a bit of cardamom, curry, paprika tiny pinch of cayenne etc.). Delicious over pasta, polenta or pureed potatoes, or as a condiment for stuffed vegs. I also do pretty much the same thing with mushrooms, bell peppers and artichokes (with artichokes, pressure cooked then ground through "passaverdure", evoo, garlic, lemon juice and parsley). They also freeze well like pesto, make a lifesaver dinner rescue idea when you are in no mood (or have no time) for cooking!
