Preheat oven to 400˚F. In a medium bowl toss wings with baking soda, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Lay out on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Arrange the chicken wings so the fattiest side of each wing is facing up. Bake for an hour, turning the pan once halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Meanwhile, in a food processor, make pesto by adding garlic, nuts, and parmesan and pulse until it forms a rough paste. Add basil and then drizzle in olive oil while machine is running. Add hot sauce optionally. Taste and adjust to your liking.

When wings are done baking, transfer them to a bowl and add pesto. Toss well to coat and serve wings immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing.