Pesto Pasta

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 6
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 271.3
  • Total Fat: 23.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 15.8 mg
  • Sodium: 274.5 mg
  • Total Carbs: 11.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.8 g
  • Protein: 4.9 g

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Introduction

From Deena Kastor, olympic runner From Deena Kastor, olympic runner
Number of Servings: 6

Ingredients

    2 c tightly packed basil leaves
    2 large cloves garlic
    1/4 cup pine nuts
    1/2 cup good quality olive oil
    1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shaved
    1/2 teasupoon salt
    1/2 pound pasta, cooked as directed

Directions

In a food processor or blender puree all ingredients (except pasta) until smooth. In a large sauce pan over medium heat, add to cooked pasta. Heat thoroughly, top with more freshly shaved parmesan cheese.

Serves 6.

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MOMOFALEX.