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Basil Pesto Gemelli Primavera
with Parmesan
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} calories
Chef
Rachel Post
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In Your Box (serves 4)
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16 oz. Cooked Gemelli Pasta
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8 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 1 Zucchini
- 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
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2 oz. Basil Pesto
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2 oz. Basil Pesto Butter
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2 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 2 oz. Baby Spinach
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1 oz. Seasoned Croutons
- 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) WPeD2v3k
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Calories480
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Carbohydrates46g
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Net Carbs43g
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Fat26g
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Protein15g
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Sodium970mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Pepper
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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Meatlovers! If using protein, cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil.
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If using antibiotic free chicken breasts, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using top round steak, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 3-5 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 3-4 minutes per side.
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Add protein to meal as desired.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Finely crush croutons in shipping bag.
Trim zucchini ends, quarter, and cut into 1/2" dice. Zucchini quantity may vary, but total weight will remain the same. Don't worry; recipe instructions are not impacted.Halve tomatoes. If you receive one whole tomato instead, not to worry; simply core tomato, cut into 1/2" dice, and proceed with recipe instructions. -
2 Cook the Vegetables
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add zucchini to hot pan. Stir occasionally until lightly browned and tender, 4-5 minutes. Add tomatoes and half the garlic salt (reserve remaining for pasta). Stir occasionally until tomatoes have softened, 2-3 minutes. -
3 Add the Sauce and Pasta
Add cream base to hot pan and bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, stir in pasta, spinach, remaining garlic salt, and a pinch of pepper until combined.Stir occasionally until spinach is wilted, 2-3 minutes. -
4 Add Pesto and Finish Dish
Add pesto and butter to hot pan.
Stir occasionally until melted and combined, 1-2 minutes.Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping pasta with cheese and crushed croutons. Bon appétit!
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