Ww 7 Points - Pasta With Creamy Walnut Sauce

From WW Online

• Ready In: 35 mins
• 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.