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Basil Walnut Pesto Sauce

Karen Bedel January 17, 2012

Cook Time
5 minutes
Serves
8
Calories
83
Protein
2 g
Total Fat
8 g
Saturated Fat
1 g
Carbohydrates
1 g
Dietary Fiber
1 g

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 garlic clove, quartered
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground pepper

Preparation

  1. Place basil, toasted walnuts, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, water, and garlic in the a food processor.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Pusle a few times, then process to the desired consistency.
  4. Place sauce over pasta and sprinkle with crushed walnuts or Parmesan cheese. 

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