Pasta with Creamy Spinach Pesto Sauce
Ingredients List
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16 ounces fresh spinach, washed and chopped
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6 ounces low-fat, firm silken tofu
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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⅛ cup low-sodium chicken broth
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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10 ounces fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced
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6 ounces fresh sliced shiitake mushrooms
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½ cup diced red onion
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¼ cup bacon bits
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1 pound penne pasta
Instructions
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Boil the pasta according to the instructions on the package.
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While the pasta cooks, combine spinach, tofu, lemon juice, garlic, broth, Parmesan, pepper, and Italian seasoning in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and set aside.
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Coat a large non-stick sauté pan with cooking spray and cook the onions and mushrooms over medium heat until soft. Lower the heat, add the pesto mixture, and warm through.
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Combine the pasta with the sauce and sprinkle with bacon bits. Add extra Parmesan if desired. Tip: If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with some pasta water or extra broth to your preference.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 451 | Calories |
| 7g | Fat |
| 77g | Carbs |
| 25g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 5 | |
| Calories 451 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 7g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 12% |
| Cholesterol 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium 417mg | 18% |
| Total Carbohydrate 77g | 28% |
| Dietary Fiber 7g | 23% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin C 32mg | 35% |
| Calcium 223mg | 17% |
| Iron 6mg | 36% |
| Potassium 924mg | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5