LOW CARB PENNE PASTA IN PESTO-CREAM SAUCE

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This recipe uses the recently introduced low-carb pasta for a flavor-packed, yet healthy side dish that satisfies your pasta craving without breaking your low-carb diet! Note: The 'Zaar nutrition chart doesn't recognize "low-carb" pasta, so be sure to add the number of carb grams shown on your pasta box. For example, my brand contains 5 G. net carbs, so my corrected total is 7.5 G. net carbs in each serving.

Provided by CookinDiva

Categories     Penne

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

16 ounces low-carb pasta
1/4 cup basil pesto (found in refrigerator section by fresh herbs)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
8 ounces heavy cream
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain. HINT - save 1/4 cup pasta water to add to pasta later if it needs more liquid.
  • Stir all other ingredients into hot pasta, saving a little of the Parmesan to sprinkle on top. If the dish seems too dry, you can add a little of the reserved pasta water (the starch in that water helps to bind the sauce).
  • A nice variation is to toss in about 20 grape tomatoes (split in half first) as you toss all the ingredients. They add wonderful color and flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.2, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 46.3, Sodium 107.7, Carbohydrate 2.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.3

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