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Query: Pesto & Phyllo

Hello all,

I usually lurk because I am trying to adjust my diet to low fat (not ready
for fat free yet!), and I am still have a lot to learn!  However, I think I can
jump in and answer two of the questions recently posted - makes me
feel like I can contribute at least a bit to this group...

Pesto is made with finely chopped greens (usually basil and/or spinach)
and, if it is traditional, it has loads of olive oil and parmesan cheese in it. 
Very High Fat!!!  Run!  Run!

I use phyllo leaves, and instead of slathering it in butter I give each sheet
a quick spray with a Pam-type product.  The leaves stay separated and
flaky, but it's not dripping with fat.  Works for me!

Colleen

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