PASTA WITH BROCCOLI-ONION SAUCE

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Nutmeg and white wine flavor this creamy pasta and vegetable side dish. Serve it with broiled or grilled beef for a hearty meal. Please note: amount is for side dish. Can be double, etc if wanted to make for entree.

Provided by jonesies

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ounces fettuccine, uncooked
1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
nonstick spray coating
1 medium onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
3/4 cup skim milk
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules
1 dash pepper
1 dash ground nutmeg
1/2 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon dry white wine (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to the package directions, adding the broccoli for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  • Drain well, return to pan.
  • Meanwhile, spray an unheated large skillet with nonstick spray.
  • Preheat over medium-low heat.
  • Add onion. Cook, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • In a small bowl stir together the milk, cornstarch, bouillon granules, pepper and nutmeg.
  • Add to onion in skillet.
  • Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.
  • Cook and stir for 2 minutes more.
  • Stir in cheese and wine (if desired) until cheese is melted.
  • Pour cheese mixture over pasta and broccoli, toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.3, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 37.2, Sodium 503.9, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.9, Protein 13

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