November 4, 2013

LEMON ARTICHOKE ANGEL HAIR PASTA


The holidays are soon upon us. With all of the festivities, come tempting foods that can be laden with calories. For some, planning a celebration can be challenging when we are watching what we eat. The older we become, I think the more aware we are of trying to stay active and maintain good eating habits. Now, this need not be boring. I came across a few great little charts that can be a good reference of foods that we should all be eating in various forms. So, I thought about researching some healthy recipes that will be easy to prepare, yet offering all the delicious flavor we long for! 




LEMON ARTICHOKE ANGEL HAIR PASTA

 1 cup canned artichoke heart, quartered
2 large garlic, cloves minced
1/2 cup packed fresh basil
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground

Angel Hair Pasta

 
Place all the ingredients in food processor, other than the pasta and process until pureed.
Toss with angel hair pasta until heated through.

 

1 comment:

  1. I had this once at a restaurant--so delicious. Thank you for the recipe and the nutritional value of foods we should be including in our diets. (I especially love the chocolate:-D) XOXO

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