How to Make Basil Pesto Cream
This flavorful dip is surprisingly healthy and low-fat. Use it as a dip or spread. It’s great served over grilled or broiled fish too!
20servings
1 Tbsp.
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Step-By-Step Instructions:
- Place spinach, garlic, shallot, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and basil in food processor. Process to a paste.
- With motor running, add cottage cheese and oil. Process until smooth. Add milk to achieve the desired consistency, if desired.
Nutrition facts
20 Servings
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Serving Size
1 Tbsp.
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Amount per serving
Calories
15
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
0.5g
<1%-
Saturated Fat
0.2g
1%
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Saturated Fat
-
Cholesterol
0mg
0% -
Sodium
50mg
2% -
Total Carbohydrate
1g
<1%-
Dietary Fiber
0g
0%
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Dietary Fiber
-
Protein
2g
Ingredients
cottage cheese (non-fat)
1 cup
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tsp
fresh basil
1/2 cup
Parmigiano-Reggiano (grated)
1/4 cup
shallots (minced, about 1 large)
1 tbsp
baby spinach
1 cup
skim milk
2 tbsp
garlic (minced)
2 clove