Is pesto sauce healthy?

As long as you use a healthy oil like extra virgin olive oil, pesto sauce is healthy. Beware of store bought brands that use highly processed vegetable oils.

Where can I buy pesto sauce?

You can buy pesto sauce at online retailers like Amazon or Thrive Market. Most grocery stores also sell pesto sauce.

Aren't the creamy pesto sauce calories too high?

If you're following a high fat diet like keto, calories aren't as much of a concern. You can indulge in high fat sauces on keto as long as you keep carb intake low and only eat to satiety.

Can I use milk instead of heavy cream?

Milk isn't a great substitute since it won't thicken the same way as heavy cream, plus skim versions of milk are high in sugar. If you use whole milk, just be prepared for a thinner sauce.

Why are store bought pesto sauce jars so small?

Since pesto contains dairy, store bought versions may expire quicker than you think. Always be mindful of the expiration dates. Plus, a little bit of pesto sauce goes a long way when it comes to flavor.

Easy Pesto Sauce with Cream Recipe

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An easy pesto sauce with cream sauce recipe that you can pair with steak, pork chops, chicken, beef, fish or even toss with low carb vegetables. This creamy pesto sauce only takes a few minutes, and it’s a recipe your whole family will love.

Author: Nissa
Prep Time: 2 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 12 mins
Yield: 5 servings 1x
Category: Keto / Low Carb Sauces
Method: Stove Top
Cuisine: Keto / Low Carb
Diet: Diabetic

Ingredients

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1/3 cup pesto
1/3 cup reserved pasta water
2/3 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic, or two chopped garlic cloves

Instructions

Heat the leftover pasta water and heavy cream in small saucepan until hot, but not boiling.
Once the liquid is hot, stir in the butter, pesto sauce, and minced garlic.
Whisk all of the creamy pesto sauce ingredients together over medium heat until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. This should take around 5 minutes.

Notes

You can make this recipe with plain water; the sauce just won’t be as thick.
Make homemade pesto sauce from scratch with a high speed blender or choose a store bought pesto sauce made with high quality ingredients, like olive oil.
Avoid store bought pesto sauces with inflammatory oils, like sunflower oil.

Nutrition

Serving Size: Recipe Serves 5
Calories: 215
Sugar: 1.1
Sodium: 205.8
Fat: 22.8
Saturated Fat: 11.2
Unsaturated Fat: 11
Trans Fat: .6
Carbohydrates: 1.6
Fiber: .1
Protein: 1.9
Cholesterol: 49.7

Keywords: Pesto Sauce with Cream, Creamy Pesto Sauce, Creamy Pesto Sauce Recipe

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