1 cup bottled roasted red bell peppers
1/2 cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes, packed without oil (about 1 ounce)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves
Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor; process until smooth.
Makes 1-1/2 cups (serving size: 1 tablespoon).