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roasted red pepper and basil pesto penne Recipe

Roasted red pepper and basil pesto penne Recipe

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Nutrition

297

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Ingredients:

Serving

3 clove garlic
1/3 cup pine nuts
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup roasted red bell pepper
1 cup basil leaves
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 lb penne pasta
1/4 cup heavy cream optional

Directions:

Place garlic and pine nuts in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. Add Parmesan, red pepper, basil leaves, salt and pepper. Pulse until well combined. With the motor running, add olive oil through the feed tube and process until incorporated. Set aside.
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to the pot. Add the pesto to the pasta and stir to combine. Stir in heavy cream if desired for a creamier sauce. Heat until warmed through. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	297.03 Kcal (1244 kJ)
Calories from fat	221.29 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	24.59g	38%
Cholesterol	11.69mg	4%
Sodium	283.78mg	12%
Potassium	109.31mg	2%
Total Carbs	11.15g	4%
Sugars	3.06g	12%
Dietary Fiber	3.85g	15%
Protein	6.47g	13%
Vitamin C	40mg	67%
Iron	10.5mg	58%
Calcium	77.3mg	8%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	195.35 Kcal (818 kJ)
Calories from fat	145.54 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	16.17g	38%
Cholesterol	7.69mg	4%
Sodium	186.64mg	12%
Potassium	71.89mg	2%
Total Carbs	7.33g	4%
Sugars	2.01g	12%
Dietary Fiber	2.53g	15%
Protein	4.26g	13%
Vitamin C	26.3mg	67%
Iron	6.9mg	58%
Calcium	50.9mg	8%

* 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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