Creamy Pesto Pasta Italiana Recipe

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Creamy Pesto Pasta Italiana
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Directions:

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain well and keep warm.
  2. Meanwhile, in a medium skillet cook basil and garlic in hot oil about 1 minute.
  3. Reduce heat and add cream cheese, cottage cheese, and Parmesan cheese; stir until smooth.
  4. Stir in white wine, parsley, and water (or vegetable broth, if using).
  5. Cook uncovered for 3 to 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  6. Add pasta and mix until well coated.
  7. Serve each dish garnished with fresh basil and additional freshly grated pamesan cheese if desired.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 653.13 Kcal (2735 kJ)
Calories from fat 295.2 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 32.8g 50%
Cholesterol 74.09mg 25%
Sodium 422.62mg 18%
Potassium 495.26mg 11%
Total Carbs 67.99g 23%
Sugars 5.82g 23%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g 31%
Protein 20.23g 40%
Vitamin C 7.5mg 13%
Iron 3.4mg 19%
Calcium 185.3mg 19%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 283.21 Kcal (1186 kJ)
Calories from fat 128 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.22g 50%
Cholesterol 32.13mg 25%
Sodium 183.25mg 18%
Potassium 214.75mg 11%
Total Carbs 29.48g 23%
Sugars 2.53g 23%
Dietary Fiber 3.34g 31%
Protein 8.77g 40%
Vitamin C 3.3mg 13%
Iron 1.5mg 19%
Calcium 80.3mg 19%

* 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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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 15
    Points
  • 17
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • good source of fiber

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