Ww 7 Points - Pasta With Creamy Walnut Sauce

Submitted by mariposa13

"From WW Online"

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 15 ounces canned chicken broth
• 1⁄2 cup walnut halves, roughly chopped
• 3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
• 1⁄2 teaspoon walnut oil, toasted variety
• 1 medium garlic clove, peeled
• 1⁄4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground (or more)
• 1 lb uncooked whole wheat linguine
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese or 2 tablespoons parmigiano-reggiano cheese

directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain.
2. Meanwhile, place broth in a small sauce pan and boil until reduced to about 3/4 cup. Toast walnuts in a sauté pan over medium-high heat, shaking pan frequently, until fragrant.
3. Place reduced chicken stock, 1/4 cup of toasted walnuts, sour cream, oil, garlic, salt and pepper in a blender; cover and blend on high until a smooth sauce forms. Scrape sauce into a medium-size serving bowl.
4. Add hot pasta to sauce; add parsley and toss to coat.
5. Garnish with remaining walnuts and cheese. 7 Points yields about 1 rounded cup per serving.