Recipes for the South Beach Diet or Other Good Carb Diets

1 lb. broccoli florets
2 tsp. Smart Balance spread
1/4 cup onions, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup mushrooms, drained and chopped
1/2 cup vegetable stock
1 tsp. Italian herb seasoning
1/2 cup low fat or fat free parmesan cheese

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place broccoli in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam 4-5 minutes or until just tender. Drain and keep warm.
2. Melt butter/spread in a heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions, celery and mushrooms 4-5 minutes or until tender.
3. Stir in stock and seasoning. Add salt and pepper to taste. Simmer another 2 minutes.
4. Stir in broccoli. Transfer mixture to a baking dish sprayed with Pam. Top with Parmesan cheese and bake 15 minutes.

Filed under: Side Dishes, Phase 1