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Pasta Primavera w/ Provolone

Pasta Primavera w/ Provolone

I promise you that its good, and relatively low cal.  
Serves 4

1 tsp olive oil
2 onions, finely chopped
1 clove minced garlic
1 green or red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 med zucchini, diced
1-2 cups coarsely chopped plum tomatoes
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/4 tsp salt
2 T finely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
3 cups hot cooked penne, farfalle, or med pasta shells
1/3 cup shredded smoked provolone or other smoked cheese
1 T grated Parmesan cheese.

1.  In a large nonstick skillet over med heat, heat the oil.  Saute the onions, garlic, bell pepper, and zucchini until the onions are golden, about 5 mins.

2.  Stir in the tomatoes, broth, salt, parsely, oregano, and red pepper; bring to a boil.  Reduce the heat and simmer until thickened, about 10 min.  (if it gets dry, add a bit of water, white wine, or more chicken broth)
Pour the sauce over the penne, then stir in the provolone and Parmesan.

serves 4.  Per serving:

Cals--255, Fat-5gm, Carb--41gms,  Fiber--4gms,  Protein--11gms
5 WW points.
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Mmmmmm Peek....that sounds soooo yummy!!!! I'll be sure to try that one out!
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I've never used smoked cheese before.  Must try!
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Smoked cheese vary considerably in taste, Swampy has discovered. So if you can get a taste of the cheese before you buy it you should.
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I Made this last night; DELICIOUS!
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