Fettuccine with Spiced Pecans and Feta Cheese
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Serves 4

Although this vegetarian pasta dish is delicious as-is, you can toss it with thinly sliced turkey or chicken breast or cubes of pan-fried tofu for added protein, if desired.

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    Ingredients: 
    • 1/2 cup pecan halves
    • 1 1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 pound dried fettuccine pasta
    • 2 cups julienned red onion
    • 2 cups julienned yellow bell pepper
    • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
    • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
    • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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    Method: 

    Preheat oven to 325°F. In a medium bowl, toss together pecans, 1/2 teaspoon of the oil, cayenne, garlic powder, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Transfer pecans to a sheet tray and bake until lightly toasted and fragrant. Set aside.

    Cook pasta according to directions on package.

    Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, peppers, and garlic and cook for 2—3 minutes. Add stock, 1/4 cup of the feta cheese and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more. Add cooked and drained pasta and remaining salt and pepper and toss gently to combine. Garnish with spiced pecans and remaining feta cheese.

    Nutritional Info: 
    Per Serving:400 calories (150 from fat), 17g total fat, 4g saturated fat, 15mg cholesterol, 590mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (5g dietary fiber, 7g sugar), 13g protein
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