Basil-Mint Orange Pesto - 2 pts, 4g carbs, 2g fiber xp

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Basil-Mint Orange Pesto - 2 pts, 4g carbs, 2g fiber

1 cup packed fresh basil leaves

1 cup packed fresh mint leaves

1/2 cup walnuts

2 tablespoons frozen orange concentrate, thawed

2 garlic cloves, peeled

1/4 cup olive oil

 

 

 

In a food processor, blend the basil, mint, walnuts,

orange juice concentrate and garlic until almost

smooth.

 

With machine running, gradually add olive oil; process

until smooth. If pesto is dry, mix in more oil by

spoonfuls.

 

Press plastic wrap onto surface, cover and refrigerate

up to 2 days. This freezes well.

 

Makes: 1 cup

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Total time:15 minutes

 

Author: Bonnie Brines King, Plymouth.

Source: Free Press Test Kitchen.

Formatted by Chupa Babi in MC: 08.15.07

 

Analysis per 1 tablespoon.74 calories (74% from fat),

6 grams fat (1 gram sat. fat), 4 grams carbohydrates,

2 grams protein, 15 mg sodium, 0 mg cholesterol, 78 mg

calcium, 2 grams fiber.

 

" For many years I have had an herb garden near my

kitchen. I love planting herbs, watching them grow,

touching, smelling and cooking with them, " says Bonnie

Brines King of Plymouth.

 

 

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