If you are like me and love pesto sauce but hate the too-much-oil guilt factor then you just have to try this recipe from Weight Watchers for their version of pesto. I actually enjoy it more then regular pesto. For some reason it is a lot easier to eat and is perfect on anything and everything.
Also, to be a bit more budget friendly, I use walnuts in place of pine nuts and it is just as good. I now make this in double batches.
Ingredients
2 tablespoon pine nuts
2 cups basil, leaves, fresh
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium garlic clove(s), peeled
1/2 teaspoon table salt
Instructions
Place pine nuts in a small skillet and set pan over medium heat. Cook until nuts are golden, shaking pan frequently to prevent burning, about 3 minutes. Transfer nuts to a plate to cool.
In a blender or food processor, combine nuts, basil, broth, cheese, oil, garlic and salt; process until smooth and thick.