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Pesto Sauce




Source of Recipe


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Recipe Introduction


POINTS® Value | 2
Servings | 4
Preparation Time | 12 min
Cooking Time | 0 min
Level of Difficulty | Easy


List of Ingredients




2 Tbsp pine nuts
2 cup basil, leaves, fresh
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 medium garlic clove(s), peeled
1/2 tsp table salt
Instructions

1. Place pine nuts in a small skillet and set pan over medium heat. Cook until nuts are golden, shaking pan frequently to prevent burning, about 3 minutes. Transfer nuts to a plate to cool.

2. In a blender or food processor, combine nuts, basil, broth, cheese, oil, garlic and salt; process until smooth and thick. Yields about 1/4 cup per serving.

Notes

Pesto is traditionally a basil and pine nut-based sauce that’s crammed with olive oil. This version is lightened up by swapping chicken broth for oil. The flavor is fresh and wonderful – spoon it over meat, fish, poultry and vegetables, or toss it with cooked pasta.

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