Weight Loss Recipes - Penne with Spring Vegetables

Penne with Spring Vegetables
(makes 6 servings)

Ingredients:
	Nonfat cooking spray
	1/2 cup onion, chopped
	2 cloves garlic, minced
	1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
	2-1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
	2 cups yellow squash, cubed
	3/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
	Salt and pepper, to taste (optional)*
	16 oz. package of penne pasta
	6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
*Nutrition Facts calculated without added salt.
Directions:
1.	Spray a large skillet with cooking spray then heat over medium heat.
2.	Add onion and garlic then cook for 3 minutes, stirring often.
3.	Add asparagus and cook an additional 3 minutes.
4.	Stir in the tomatoes and squash and cook for 3 minutes.
5.	Add the broth and reduce heat to medium low and simmer, uncovered for 5 minutes. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
6.	Cook pasta according to package instructions then drain. Toss pasta with the vegetable mixture and basil then serve.