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Ingredients
- 1 Packet of Fusilli pasta (or any pasta of your choice)
- 1 cup of fresh Basil leaves
- 1/4 cup of pine nuts
- 2 cloves of garlic
- juice of half lemon
- 1/2 cup of shredded/grated cheese called Parmigiano Reggiano
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- salt & pepper to taste
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 100g | |
| Calories 664 | |
| Calories from Fat 627 | 94% |
| Total Fat 71.89g | 90% |
| Saturated Fat 8.74g | 35% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 222mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 5.53g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 4% |
| Sugars 1.03g | 1% |
| Protein 4.37g | 7% |
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