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Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh peas (or use (1) 10 oz. bag of frozen peas)
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- several leaves of basil (optional)
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 pound cavatappi pasta
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 289g | |
| Calories 1299 | |
| Calories from Fat 1064 | 82% |
| Total Fat 122.31g | 153% |
| Saturated Fat 21.22g | 85% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium 773mg | 32% |
| Potassium 663mg | 19% |
| Total Carbs 26.48g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.7g | 26% |
| Sugars 8.62g | 6% |
| Protein 32.65g | 52% |
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