Sides

Penne Pasta with Broccoli and Cheese

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Ingredients: 8 oz of penne pasta (I used Trader Joe’s High Fiber Pasta),4 cups of water,1 cup low sodium chicken broth,5 cups broccoli florets (I used frozen),1/2 Tbsp. basil leaves,1/4 tsp. ground pepper,2 cloves garlic, minced,8 tsp. Parmesan cheese
Instructions:

  1. In a large pot add water and bring to a boil.
  2. Add pasta and cook until done, about 6 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, heat the broth, basil, black pepper, garlic and broccoli in a large skillet over medium heat bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
  4. Add the pasta to the broccoli mixture and toss to coat.
  5. Add cheese to the pasta mixture
  6. Serve and enjoy!
  7. Makes 4 servings, about 2 cups or so
  8. Calories per serving: 235, Fat: 2.
  9. Cholesterol: 5, Sodium: 138, Carbs: 40.3, Fiber: 8.5, Sugar: 3.3, Protein: 12

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