Pesto Pasta - Oamc Recipe

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Pesto Pasta - Oamc
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Directions:

  1. Cook pasta according to directions on package drain and set aside, keeping pasta warm helps the pesto mix into the pasta easier.
  2. Meanwhile preheat the oven to 400 degrees place pine nuts on a cookie sheet and bake for 2-3 minutes or until slightly golden - do not overbake.
  3. Transfer the pine nuts to a blender or food processor, add basil and garlic. Blend or process until finely chopped.
  4. With machine running slowly add olive oil in a slow stream.
  5. Then add chicken broth slowly.
  6. Gradually add parmesan cheese and a paste will form.
  7. Add the pesto to the pasta and toss until well coated.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 326.15 Kcal (1366 kJ)
Calories from fat 117.29 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.03g 20%
Cholesterol 7.33mg 2%
Sodium 175.83mg 7%
Potassium 177.16mg 4%
Total Carbs 42.46g 14%
Sugars 2.64g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2.61g 10%
Protein 11.08g 22%
Vitamin C 1.7mg 3%
Iron 199.6mg 1109%
Calcium 99.7mg 10%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 351.24 Kcal (1471 kJ)
Calories from fat 126.32 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.04g 20%
Cholesterol 7.9mg 2%
Sodium 189.35mg 7%
Potassium 190.79mg 4%
Total Carbs 45.73g 14%
Sugars 2.85g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2.81g 10%
Protein 11.93g 22%
Vitamin C 1.8mg 3%
Iron 215mg 1109%
Calcium 107.3mg 10%

* 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

  • 7.1
    Points
  • 9
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

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