Basil Pesto Sauce Over Pasta Recipe
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 12 ounce Linguine
- 1 1/4 c. Minced fresh basil paacked
- 1/3 c. Chicken stock or possibly water
- 2 Tbsp. Roasted pine nuts
- 2 Tbsp. Parmesan chees
- 3 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Crushed garlic
Directions
- 1. Cook pasta in boiling water according to package instructions or possibly till hard to the bite. Drain and place in serving bowl. 2. In food processor, puree basil, stock , pine nuts, cheese, oil and garlic till smooth. Pour over pasta and toss.
- Tips: chill sauce up to 5 days aahead, or possibly freeze up to 6 weeks.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 79g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 286 | |
| Calories from Fat 79 | 28% |
| Total Fat 9.1g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat 1.2g | 5% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 24mg | 1% |
| Potassium 152mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs 42.81g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.0g | 7% |
| Sugars 1.6g | 1% |
| Protein 7.85g | 13% |
