2 tbsp. apricot preserves

4 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled
2 scallions, trimmed and chopped
1 1⁄2 cups fresh cilantro
1⁄2 cup fresh basil leaves
1⁄2 cup fresh dill
1⁄2 cup fresh parsley
1⁄2 cup fresh tarragon leaves
1⁄2 cup shelled walnuts
1⁄4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup walnut oil
Pinch cayenne
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Place apricot preserves, garlic, scallions, cilantro, basil, dill, parsley, tarragon, walnuts, and lemon juice in a blender. Pulse until smooth. While processing, gradually add walnut oil. Sauce will be thick.
Transfer sauce to a bowl, season to taste with cayenne, and salt and pepper, and set aside for about 2 hours to allow flavors to develop. Sauce will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.