POTATOES WITH BEANS 'N' PASTA

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Basil and parsley, plus a generous dash of lemon, help perk up the flavors in this pretty and appealing side dish from Dorothy Smith of El Dorado, Arkansas. Starring both pasta and potatoes, it's a hearty choice to round out almost any menu.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3/4 pound small red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 pound fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cooked tube pasta
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Add 1 in. of water to a large saucepan; add the potatoes and beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. , Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute peppers and garlic in oil for 3 minutes. Stir in the broth, lemon juice, basil, parsley, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Cook over low heat for 2 minutes. , Drain potatoes and beans. Add potatoes, beans and pasta to pepper mixture; heat through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges