PENNE WITH BROCCOLI AND TOMATOES

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This is a delicious pasta dish, with broccoli and tomatoes added, so simple to make, and is very good served with a simple salad, what a great meal!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups uncooked penne pasta (whole-wheat)
2 cups broccoli florets
3/4 cup chicken broth (reduced salt)
1 cup onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped
1 cup evaporated milk (fat-free)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 eggs
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Coook pasta according to package directions.
  • Cook broccoli until tender crisp; drain and set aside.
  • Combine broth, onion, and garlic in 11-inch nonstick skillet or Dutch oven. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until liquid has evaportated and onion is tender, about 5 minutes; remove from heat. Add broccoli, cherry tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Whisk together evaporated milk and cornstarch in medium bowl until smooth; whisk in eggs and basil. Pour egg mixture over pasta. Bring to a simmer on medium heat. Stir mixture constantly, just until sauce thickens; remove from heat.
  • Add onion/tomato mixture.
  • Sprinkle cheese over top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542.8, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 187.9, Sodium 562.9, Carbohydrate 83.4, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 23

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