Basil Pesto Genoese Recipe

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Basil Pesto Genoese
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Directions:

  1. Put the basil leaves, olive oil, pine nuts, garlic, and 2 teaspoon of salt into a food processor or blender, processing until fine and almost creamy.
  2. Add the olive oil slowly and mix well in sauce.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and stir in the two grated cheeses.
  4. Meanwhile, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and the pasta, stir well and cook until al dente .
  5. Drain all but 2 T hot water and toss with the sauce and the butter.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 354.39 Kcal (1484 kJ)
Calories from fat 260.34 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 28.93g 45%
Cholesterol 42.13mg 14%
Sodium 1973.3mg 82%
Potassium 55.29mg 1%
Total Carbs 19.84g 7%
Sugars 0.12g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0.23g 1%
Protein 5.19g 10%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 2%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 1.1mg 6%
Calcium 39.9mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 258.54 Kcal (1082 kJ)
Calories from fat 189.93 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21.1g 45%
Cholesterol 30.74mg 14%
Sodium 1439.59mg 82%
Potassium 40.34mg 1%
Total Carbs 14.47g 7%
Sugars 0.09g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0.17g 1%
Protein 3.79g 10%
Vitamin C 0.9mg 2%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 0.8mg 6%
Calcium 29.1mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 9.5
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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