TLC Cooking "Lemon Broccoli Pasta"

Lemon Broccoli Pasta

Lemon Broccoli Pasta

YIELD Makes 6 servings
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Lemon adds a tangy yet refreshing flavor to this creamy side dish. It's absolutely delicious served with lean beef tenderloin.

INGREDIENTS

Nonstick cooking spray
3	tablespoons sliced green onions
1	clove garlic, minced
2	cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1‑1/2	teaspoons grated lemon peel
1/8	teaspoon black pepper
2	cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets
3	ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
1/3	cup reduced-fat sour cream
2	tablespoons grated reduced-fat Parmesan cheese

PREPARATION:

Generously spray large nonstick saucepan with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Add green onions and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes or until onions are tender.
Stir chicken broth, lemon peel and pepper into saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in broccoli and pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, uncovered, 6 to 7 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring frequently.
Remove saucepan from heat. Stir in sour cream until well blended. Let stand 5 minutes. Top with cheese before serving. Garnish as desired.

This recipe appears in: Pasta Side Dish

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Serving Size:	1 cup Lemon Broccoli Pasta (without garnish)
Sodium	176 mg
Protein	7 g
Fiber	3 g
Carbohydrate	14 g
Cholesterol	6 mg
Saturated Fat	<1 g
Total Fat	2 g
Calories from Fat	20 %
Calories	100

DIETARY EXCHANGE:

Learn how to create the perfect vegetable side dish with only a few simple ingredients in a few precious minutes.

Learn how to create the perfect vegetable side dish with only a few simple ingredients in a few precious minutes.