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Broccoli with Red Pepper and Shallots (recipes)


Broccoli with Red Pepper and Shallots

Yield: Makes 6 servings



Ingredients:



2bunches fresh broccoli (about 2-1/4 pounds), cut into florets and stalks cut into 1-inch pieces

2teaspoons margarine or butter

1large red bell pepper, cut into short thin strips

3large shallots (3 ounces) or 1 small onion, thinly sliced

1/2teaspoon salt

1/4teaspoon black pepper

1/4cup sliced almonds, toasted (optional)









Preparation:





1.Bring 2 quarts water to a boil in large saucepan over high heat Add broccoli; boil, uncovered, 3 to 5 minutes or until bright green and tender. Drain and rinse under cold water; drain well.2.Melt margarine in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add bell pepper and shallots. Cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add broccoli. Cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper; mix well. Garnish with almonds, if desired.









Nutritional Information:







Serving Size: 1/6 of total recipe







Sodium

248 mg







Protein

5 g







Fiber

4 g







Carbohydrate

11 g







Saturated Fat









Total Fat

2 g







Calories from Fat

21 %







Calories

65









Dietary Exchange:







Vegetable

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