Weight Watcher Pesto Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons pine nuts
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 medium garlic cloves, peeled
• 1/2 teaspoon table salt

Directions

1. 1

   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.

2. 2

   In a blender or food processor, combine nuts, basil, broth, cheese, oil, garlic and salt; process until smooth and thick. Yields about 1/4 cup per serving.

3. 3

   Notes.

4. 4

   Pesto is traditionally a basil and pine nut-based sauce that's crammed with olive oil. This version is lightened up by swapping chicken broth for oil. The flavor is fresh and wonderful - spoon it over meat, fish, poultry and vegetables, or toss it with cooked pasta.