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Low Carb Penne Pasta In Pesto-cream Sauce Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1/2 c parmesan cheese, grated .
  • 2 tbsps olive oil .
  • 1/4 c basil pesto (found in refrigerator section by fresh herbs) .
  • 16 oz low-carb pasta .
  • 8 oz heavy cream

Directions
  • Step #1 Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • Step #2 HINT - save 1/4 c pasta water to add to pasta later if it needs more liquid.
  • Step #3 Stir all other ingredients into hot pasta, saving a little of the Parmesan to sprinkle on top.
  • Step #4 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).
  • Step #5 A nice variation is to toss in about 20 grape tomatoes (split in half first) as you toss all the ingredients.
  • Step #6 They add wonderful color & flavor.
  • Enjoy the Low Carb Penne Pasta in Pesto-Cream Sauce recipe

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