Creamy Pasta Primavera
by Mary from Davita
Portions: 6 Serving size: 1 cup Ingredients * 8 ounces bow tie pasta, uncooked * 1 cup broccoli florets * 1 cup carrots, sliced * one 8-ounce package cream cheese, cubed * 3/4 cup Rice Dream® Original Classic * 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese * 1/4 cup green onion, chopped * 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning * 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation 1. Prepare pasta as directed on package (without salt). During last 5 minutes of cooking time, add broccoli and carrots to water. Drain. 2. Mix cream cheese, Rice Dream®, Parmesan cheese, onion and seasonings in a large saucepan; cook on low heat until cream cheese is melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently. 3. Add pasta and vegetables together; toss lightly and serve hot. Nutrients per serving * Calories: 306 * Protein: 9 g * Carbohydrate: 36 g * Fat: 14 g * Cholesterol: 43 mg * Sodium: 188 mg * Potassium: 242 mg * Phosphorus: 134 mg * Calcium: 87mg * Fiber: 2.0 g Renal and Renal Diabetic Food Choices * 2 starch * 1 vegetable, medium potassium * 3 fat Carbohydrate Choices * 2-1/2 Helpful Hints * For a higher protein dish add chicken or shrimp. * Frozen broccoli and carrots can be substituted for the fresh vegetables. * Enriched rice milk contains added phosphorus and calcium. Look for the unenriched products. |
