Classic Basil Pesto Sauce Recipe

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Classic Basil Pesto Sauce
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Directions:

  1. Combine basil, garlic, cheeses, and nuts in food processor or blender. Process to mix. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Process to desired consistency. Let stand 5 minutes. Thin pesto with a few tablespoons cream or hot pasta cooking water before tossing with hot pasta (fettuccine or linguine).
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 72.15 Kcal (302 kJ)
Calories from fat 51.73 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.75g 9%
Cholesterol 9.35mg 3%
Sodium 140.41mg 6%
Potassium 56.89mg 1%
Total Carbs 1.37g 0%
Sugars 0.28g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g 1%
Protein 4.37g 9%
Vitamin C 1.4mg 2%
Iron 0.5mg 3%
Calcium 121.3mg 12%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 344.89 Kcal (1444 kJ)
Calories from fat 247.29 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 27.48g 9%
Cholesterol 44.69mg 3%
Sodium 671.24mg 6%
Potassium 271.95mg 1%
Total Carbs 6.57g 0%
Sugars 1.32g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1.45g 1%
Protein 20.91g 9%
Vitamin C 6.5mg 2%
Iron 2.6mg 3%
Calcium 580mg 12%

* 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

  • 1.9
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

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