Pesto and Pasta Recipe

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Pesto and Pasta
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Directions:

  1. In a food processor combine the basil, garlic, and walnuts; chop till quite fine.
  2. Leave the motor running and the olive oil in a slow steady stream through the top.
  3. Shut the motor off and add the cheese, a big pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Process briefly to combine; then scrape out the bowl and cover till ready to use.
  5. Cook linguine in salted water until done to taste.
  6. Stir 2 tablespoons of hot pasta water and heavy cream into the Pesto.
  7. Drain the pasta and return it to the hot pan.
  8. Stir in the Pesto and toss well to combine.
  9. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 803.22 Kcal (3363 kJ)
Calories from fat 546.9 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 60.77g 93%
Cholesterol 44.16mg 15%
Sodium 531.06mg 22%
Potassium 189.97mg 4%
Total Carbs 44.87g 15%
Sugars 1.8g 7%
Dietary Fiber 5.24g 21%
Protein 23.9g 48%
Vitamin C 3.7mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%
Calcium 431.3mg 43%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 498.87 Kcal (2089 kJ)
Calories from fat 339.68 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 37.74g 93%
Cholesterol 27.43mg 15%
Sodium 329.83mg 22%
Potassium 117.99mg 4%
Total Carbs 27.87g 15%
Sugars 1.12g 7%
Dietary Fiber 3.25g 21%
Protein 14.85g 48%
Vitamin C 2.3mg 6%
Iron 1.2mg 11%
Calcium 267.9mg 43%

* 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

  • 20.3
    Points
  • 22
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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