Macaroni And Broccoli Platter |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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This is a refreshingly light starter from the Young Times magazine. Bon Appetit! Ingredients:
2 cups macaroni |
4 -5 medium broccoli florets |
1 medium red capsicum |
2 medium tomatoes |
1 cup skim milk |
1 tablespoon butter |
1 tablespoon cornstarch |
2 tablespoons tomato ketchup |
salt |
white pepper powder |
2 tablespoons low-fat cheese |
Directions:
1. Cook macaroni in plenty of boiling salted water for 10-12 minutes or until just tender.
2. Drain and rinse through with cold water.
3. Set aside.
4. Wash the broccoli and blanch in slightly salted water for half a minute.
5. Wash, halve and de-seed capsicum.
6. Chop finely.
7. Wash, peel and finely chop the tomatoes.
8. Melt butter in a non-stick pan.
9. Add cornstarch.
10. As it begins to bubble, add milk in a slow trickle.
11. Stir continuously.
12. Cook on low heat till a smooth sauce is ready.
13. Add macaroni, broccoli, capsicum, tomatoes, ketchup, salt and white pepper powder to taste.
14. Serve garnished with grated cheese.
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