Not-so-naughty Pesto

(SERVES 6)

• 50 g/2 oz/ ¼ cup low-fat spread
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 25 g/1 oz/ ¼ cup grounds almonds 15 ml/1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 30 ml/2 tbsp chopped basil
• 15 ml/1 tbsp chopped parsley
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Mash the low-fat spread with the garlic and almonds. Work in the cheese, herb and seasoning to taste. Use a spread or melted to drizzle over plain pasta, vegetables or grilled (broiled) foods.