Broccoli With Chili Peppers Cannellini Beans And Macaroni Recipe 455

BROCCOLI WITH CHILI PEPPERS, CANNELLINI BEANS AND MACARONI RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Steps:

• Prepare macaroni as directed. When the water is ready for the macaroni, add the broccoli with the macaroni to cook. Heat a large cast iron frying pan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the garlic and chili peppers to sauté, until the garlic is fragrant. Add the chicken broth, cannolini beans, black pepper and red pepper flakes. Lift the broccoli and macaroni out of the water with a net or large slated spoon. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, red pepper flakes and grated cheese.

BROCCOLI AND CANNELLINI BEAN SOUP

Steps:

• In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the onion for 3 minutes, or until soft, stirring frequently.
• Stir in the garlic. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring frequently.
• Pour in the broth. Cook, still over medium-high heat, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the mixture comes to a boil, stirring occasionally.
• Stir in the broccoli. Cook, covered, for 7 to 8 minutes, or until tender, stirring occasionally.
• Stir in 1 can of beans, the salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon hot-pepper sauce.
• In a food processor or blender, process the soup in batches until smooth. Carefully return the soup to the saucepan. Stir in the half-and-half, Parmesan cheese, and remaining 1 can beans. Cook over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through, stirring constantly. Serve with additional hot-pepper sauce if desired.
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• (Per Serving)
• Calories: 223
• Total Fat: 4.0g
• Saturated: 1.0g
• Trans: 0.0g
• Polyunsaturated: 1.0g
• Monounsaturated: 1.5g
• Cholesterol: 4mg
• Sodium: 363mg
• Carbohydrates: 33g
• Fiber: 9g
• Sugars: 5g
• Protein: 15g
• Dietary Exchanges
• 2 Starch
• 1 Vegetable
• 1 Lean Meat