Arugula Pesto with Ricotta
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Makes about 1 1/2 cups

Toss this pesto with hot pasta or spread it on crusty bread. It's also delicious spooned over roasted asparagus or steamed broccoli.

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    Ingredients: 
    • 3 cloves garlic, unpeeled
    • 1/4 cup walnuts
    • 1 cup packed arugula leaves
    • 1 cup packed parsley leaves
    • 7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more if needed
    • 2 tablespoons reduced fat ricotta cheese
    • 2 tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano, more to taste
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
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    Method: 

    Brown garlic in a dry skillet over medium heat, shaking skillet from time to time until garlic is just lightly brown in places, about 10 minutes. Remove garlic, cool and remove skins.

    Toast nuts in pan over medium heat, shaking the pan to prevent burning, until lightly brown. Combine arugula, parsley, garlic, walnuts and olive oil in a food processor.

    Blend until smooth. Drizzle in more olive oil if needed to obtain desired consistency. Place in serving bowl and stir in ricotta and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Season with salt and pepper.

    Nutritional Info: 
    Per Serving:Serving size: 1/4 cup, 200 calories (180 from fat), 21g total fat, 3g saturated fat, 5mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g dietary fiber, 1g sugar), 3g protein
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