Italian Broccoli With Tomatoes |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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A quick vegetable side dish using the microwave! From Cooking a la Heart - Delicious Heart Healthy Recipes from the Mankato Heart Health Program, 1988. Ingredients:
4 cups broccoli florets |
1 tablespoon water |
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1 tablespoon lemon juice |
2 medium ripe tomatoes, cut in wedges |
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese |
Directions:
1. Wash and cut broccoli florets in 1/2 inch pieces.
2. Place broccoli and water in a shallow, round microwave-safe dish.
3. Cover with plastic wrap or lid and microwave on HIGH for 5-7 minutes or until tender (every microwave is different, so keep an eye on them!).
4. Stir several times- Drain.
5. Stir in oregano, pepper, lemon juice and tomato wedges.
6. Sprinkle cheese on top.
7. Cover and microwave to melt cheese.
8. Let stand 2 minutes before serving.
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