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Swiss Chard Pesto Pasta

Using fresh chard leaves in place of the usual basil is a great way to enjoy the classic sauce year-round. You could also try spooning the pesto over squares of pan-browned polenta instead of pasta.

Sunset MARCH 2011

Yield: Serves 4
Total:15 Minutes

Ingredients

2 large garlic cloves
2 cups packed chopped Swiss chard leaves
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus parmesan shaved with a vegetable peeler
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves

1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 ounces whole-wheat angel hair pasta, cooked according to package directions

Preparation

Pulse garlic in a food processor to chop. Add chard, walnuts, grated parmesan, and parsley; whirl until finely chopped. Scrape down inside of bowl. Add oil, salt, and pepper and process just until smooth. Serve with pasta and shaved parmesan.

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutritional Information

Amount per serving

Calories: 416
Calories from fat: 56%
Protein: 12g
Fat: 26g
Saturated fat: 3.8g
Carbohydrate: 36g
Fiber: 5.6g
Sodium: 503mg
Cholesterol: 5mg

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