Guest guest Posted October 7, 1999 Report Share Posted October 7, 1999 * Exported from MasterCook * Cajun Beans & Pasta Recipe By :Vegetarian Times Low Fat & Fast Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Veg Times Low Fat & Fast Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 6 ounces pasta (penne, macaroni, etc.) -- uncooked 1/4 cup vegetable broth or water 1 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise -- and sliced 1/2 cup onion -- finely chopped 1 15.5 oz can butter beans -- rinsed & drained 1 medium tomato -- seeded & chopped 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning Cook pasta according to package directions. While cooking, heat broth (or oil) in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini and onion and cook, stirring, until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Stir in beans, tomato, and Cajun seasoning. Cook until hot, stirring occasionally, about 4-5 minutes. Drain pasta, toss with vegetables, add Parmesan cheese (optional), if desired. Typed by Karen C. Greenlee <greenlee - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Per serving: 493 Calories (kcal); 2g Total Fat; (4% calories from fat); 28g Protein; 94g Carbohydrate; trace Cholesterol; 285mg Sodium Food Exchanges: 6 Grain(Starch); 1 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 0 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates NOTES : If you are unable to find butter beans w/out " pork fat " , check the ethnic food section. Goya sells them. Fattier option: Use 3-4 tbsp. of olive oil in place of vegetable broth to saute veggies. Add about 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese to tossed pasta. Nutr. Assoc. : 4363 5439 5663 0 0 0 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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