I really like pesto sauce, it is an easy treat in the summer when the basil is growing in the garden. But the traditional recipes contain a lot of oil – this version is very tasty, and you needn’t feel guilty at all!
Low Fat Pesto Sauce
Pesto sauce without the oil.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup fresh basil
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
Instructions
- Combine stock and garlic and heat in the microwave on high for 5 minutes (or heat on the stove). Allow to cool.
- Chop basil in food processor. Add cooled stock, Parmesan cheese and pine nuts. Whirl until everything is finely chopped and blended.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta of your choice. Toss sauce with pasta. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Makes 4 servings
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