Steamer Beef & Broccoli Pasta
VeganVegetarianDinnerMicrowaveDinnerSteamersLunchLow-sodiumSugar ConsciousOne DishOnion-freeLunchHigh ProteinDairy-freeBeef
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) extra lean ground beef
- 1 pkg Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry Seasoning or General Tao Seasoning
- 2 cups hot water
- 2 cups uncooked small pasta shells
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- Sea Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
Preparation
- In Multipurpose Steamer, combine ground beef and seasoning. Cover; microwave on high for 5 min or until beef is cooked through. Break up meat using Ground Meat Separator.
- Add hot water and pasta; stir to mix. Microwave on high, uncovered, for 6 min. Remove from microwave and stir; cook for an additional 3 min 30 sec.
- Meanwhile, cut broccoli into bite-sized pieces, as needed.
- Add broccoli to steamer. Cover; microwave another 4 min until pasta is cooked.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add toppings, if desired.
Epicure Products Used
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 370, Fat 5 g (Saturated 2 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Carbohydrate 49 g (Fiber 5 g, Sugars 8 g), Protein 34 g.
Tips
Make it vegan: Swap ground beef with soy ground round.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with 2 cups leafy green salad and 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinaigrette.