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Italian Broccoli and Pasta

Source: Discover the Secret to Healthy Living California Department of Health Services California Children’s 5-A-Day Power Play Campaign

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Broccoli and tomatoes add color and flavor to this savory pasta dish. Use spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccini for the pasta.

Makes
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces spaghetti noodles (uncooked)
  • 3 tablespoons onion (chopped)
  • 2 cups broccoli (chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme (dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano (dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can low-sodium stewed tomatoes (14.5 ounce)
  • 2/3 tablespoon Parmesan cheese (grated)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Cook noodles according to package instructions (do not include oil or salt), and drain.
  3. Spray a medium skillet with non-stick cooking spray; stir-fry onion and broccoli for 3 minutes over medium heat.
  4. Add seasonings (but not the Parmesan cheese) and tomatoes; simmer until heated through.
  5. Spoon vegetable mixture over noodles and top with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Learn more about: Onions Broccoli Herbs Tomatoes

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