Pasta With Black Beans And Broccoli

Course :	Pasta
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	4

Ingredients:

1	pound	pasta -- small shells
1 1/4	pounds	broccoli -- cut into florets
2	teaspoons	olive oil
2	cups	canned black beans -- rinsed and drained
1	cup	fat-free chicken broth soup or vegetable broth
3	cloves	garlic
1/4	teaspoon	red pepper flakes -- crushed
3	tablespoons	pesto sauce -- prepared
3	tablespoons	grated parmesan cheese

Preparation:

Prepare pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli during last 2-3 minutes of cooking time; drain. In skillet heat oil over medium heat. Add beans, broth, garlic and pepper flakes; bring to a boil. Let simmer until sauce begins to thicken about 5 minutes. Stir in pesto and Parmesan cheese. Add pasta and broccoli toss to coat.

Nutritional Information:

653 Calories (kcal); 12g Total Fat; (16% calories from fat); 28g Protein; 108g Carbohydrate; 6mg Cholesterol; 579mg Sodium