Kale Pesto with Pasta and Pancetta Recipe

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Kale Pesto with Pasta and Pancetta
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Directions:

  1. Rinse kale and remove stems. Cook for about 30 minutes in salted water. Drain and squeeze out as much water as possible. Let Cool slightly
  2. Puree the kale with almonds, a clove of garlic andextra virgin olive oil. Use the olive oil generoulsy, it will help you blend the pesto and you'll be able to store it in the fridge for longer.
  3. Add the grated Pecorino cheese and season with salt.
  4. Cook the Pasta according to package directions. Reserve some of the water.
  5. Stir two tablespoons of pest with a few tablespoons of water from pasta to soften. Add to pasta.
  6. Cook pancetta until crisp and add to pasta, toss and serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 543.2 Kcal (2274 kJ)
Calories from fat 370.62 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 41.18g 63%
Cholesterol 48.93mg 16%
Sodium 1390.35mg 58%
Potassium 345.55mg 7%
Total Carbs 24.56g 8%
Sugars 3.21g 13%
Dietary Fiber 4.98g 20%
Protein 26.05g 52%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Iron 2mg 11%
Calcium 445.1mg 45%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 359.33 Kcal (1504 kJ)
Calories from fat 245.17 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 27.24g 63%
Cholesterol 32.36mg 16%
Sodium 919.71mg 58%
Potassium 228.58mg 7%
Total Carbs 16.25g 8%
Sugars 2.12g 13%
Dietary Fiber 3.29g 20%
Protein 17.23g 52%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Iron 1.3mg 11%
Calcium 294.4mg 45%

* 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

  • 13.5
    Points
  • 15
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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