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Swiss Chard Pesto Pasta





Total Time
15 mins

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.

F&F winter: Swiss Chard Pesto Pasta (0311)




Photo by Thomas J. Story
 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
Step 1
1

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.

Step 2
2

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 416Calories from Fat 56
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g40%

Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
Cholesterol 5mg2%
Sodium 503mg21%
Total Carbohydrate 36g12%

Dietary Fiber 5.6g23%
Protein 12g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.