RECIPES: Horseradish cream; Walnut pesto

For the Minnesota Star Tribune
April 16, 2008 at 7:08PM

HORSERADISH CREAM

Makes about 1/2 cup.

• 1/4 c. sour cream

• 1/4 c. mayonnaise

• 2 tsp. prepared horseradish sauce, or to taste

• 1/2 tsp. fresh lemon juice, or to taste

Directions

In a small bowl, whisk all of the ingredients together. To serve, spoon over the asparagus just before serving, or put into a serving dish and pass at the table.

Nutrition information per serving of 1 tablespoon:

Calories64Fat7 gSodium46 mgSaturated fat2 g

Carbohydrates1 gCalcium9 mg

Protein0 gCholesterol7 mgDietary fiber0 g

Diabetic exchanges per serving: 1 1/2 fat.

WALNUT PESTO

Makes about 1/2 cup

• 1/2 c. walnut halves or pieces

• 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 small clove garlic, minced

• 1 sprig fresh thyme

• 1 to 2 tsp. red wine vinegar

• 2 to 3 tbsp. olive oil

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

In a food processor fitted with a steel blade, grind the walnuts with the cheese, garlic, thyme, vinegar and oil. Turn into a bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over the asparagus or pass at the table.

Nutrition information per serving of 1 tablespoon:

Calories78Fat8 gSodium29 mgSaturated fat1 g

Carbohydrates1 gCalcium28 mg

Protein2 gCholesterol1 mgDietary fiber0 g

Diabetic exchanges per serving: 1 1/2 fat.

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