PASTA "CARBONARA" WITH BROCCOLI

Pasta

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces pasta, any short chunky shape
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
One 6-ounce package Fakin' Bacon tempeh strips
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups finely chopped broccoli florets
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 to 4 tablespoons Silk creamer, as needed
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

Cook the pasta in plenty of rapidly simmering water until al dente, then drain.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a wide skillet. Sauté the "bacon" pieces over medium heat until crisp and browned on both sides, then remove and chop into small squares.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the garlic and sauté over low heat until golden.
Add the broccoli and wine to the skillet. Cover and steam until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
In a serving bowl, combine the pasta, tempeh bacon, broccoli-garlic mixture (with any remaining wine), and parsley. Toss well. Add enough creamer to give the dish a bit more moisture. Season with salt and pepper, then serve.
Menu Suggestions
Serve with a salad of dark green lettuce or baby spinach with chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and red or yellow bell peppers.
The first two suggestions for mixed baby greens under Recipe Not Required (page 192) go splendidly with this dish. Make Garlic and Lemon Beans (page 110) to boost the protein content of the meal.
nutrition information
Calories: 332
Total Fat: 8g
Protein: 13g
Carbohydrates: 51g
Fiber: 5g
Sodium: 260mg