Directions:
- In a blender or food processor, puree the basil leaves, olive oil and garlic. Mix in the pine nuts and Parmesan cheese. Continue processing until desired consistency is reached.
- Preheat the broiler.
- Slice Italian bread to desired thickness. Spread a layer of pesto on each slice. Top with roma (plum) tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.
- Place topped bread slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Broil 5 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 165.75 Kcal (694 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 90.58 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 10.06g | 15% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 1.69mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 211.67mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 89.93mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbs | 15.3g | 5% | |
| Sugars | 0.75g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.18g | 5% | |
| Protein | 4.28g | 9% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 66.6mg | 7% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 289.37 Kcal (1212 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 158.13 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 17.57g | 15% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 2.96mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 369.53mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 157mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbs | 26.72g | 5% | |
| Sugars | 1.32g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.07g | 5% | |
| Protein | 7.47g | 9% | |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2mg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 116.3mg | 7% | |
* 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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