Pasta With Spinach Pesto Sauce Recipe

Name: Pasta With Spinach Pesto Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces fresh spinach, washed and chopped; 6 ounces low-fat, firm silken tofu; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/8 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 10 ounces fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced; 6 ounces fresh sliced shiitake mushrooms; 1/2 cup diced red onion; 1/4 cup bacon bits; 1 pound penne pasta

Servings: persons

16 ounces fresh spinach, washed and chopped
6 ounces low-fat, firm silken tofu
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/8 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
10 ounces fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced
6 ounces fresh sliced shiitake mushrooms
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup bacon bits
1 pound penne pasta

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
While pasta is cooking, in food processor or blender, combine spinach, tofu, lemon juice, garlic, broth, cheese, pepper, and Italian seasoning, process until smooth. Set aside.
3
Spray a large non-stick saute pan with cooking spray. Over medium heat, cook onions and mushrooms until tender. Reduce heat to low, add pesto mixture and heat until hot.
4
Toss pasta with sauce and bacon bits. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired. NOTE: If sauce seems too thick, thin to desired consistency with pasta cooking water or broth.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces fresh spinach, washed and chopped, 6 ounces low-fat, firm silken tofu, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Pasta With Spinach Pesto Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pasta With Spinach Pesto Sauce

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