Pesto Potatoes Make Perfect Side Dish to Any Entree
Pesto sauce is one of those delectable savory sauces that really does go well on just about anything. From chicken, to pasta even pizza, and especially these easy 3-ingredient Pesto Potatoes from Holly Clegg’s Guy’s Guide to Eating Well cookbook they have so much flavor, they make the perfect side to just about any entree!
| Prep Time 10 minutes |
| Cook Time 25-35 minutes |
| Servings 6 (1-cup) servings |
- 2 pounds red potatoes quartered
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto found in jar
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Ingredients
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- Preheat oven 400°F. Line baking pan with foil and coat with nonstick cooking spray.
- In large bowl, toss potatoes and pesto. Transfer potatoes to prepared pan. Season to taste.
- Roast 25-35 minutes (depending on size) or until crisp tender. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese evenly over the potatoes. Continue roasting another 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Calories 143 kcal Calories from Fat 22% Fat 4 g Saturated Fat 1 g Cholesterol 3 mg Sodium 110 mg Carbohydrates 24 g Dietary Fiber 3 g Total Sugars 2 g Protein 4 g Diabetic Exchanges: 1 ½ starch, ½ fat
Terrific Tip: Use your basil pesto for the Pesto Shrimp and White Spinach and Artichoke Pesto Pizza.
Nutrition Nugget: Certain foods are common GERD culprits and should be avoided; but it can be different for each individual. A food diary can be helpful to identify your personal food triggers that cause or worsen your GERD symptoms. Nutrients
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Pesto Adds Easy & Healthy Savory Flavor
Traditionally pesto consists of garlic, basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese and basil all mixed together with olive oil making it a super heart healthy sauce. Whether you decide to make your own or keep a jarred version on hand – you will love the versatility in cooking healthy family friendly meals like Chicken Pesto Pasta in a moments notice!
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