Lunch: Bow Ties and Broccoli Alfredo

Pretty red peppers and green broccoli peek through a creamy sauce in this elegant-but-easy pasta dish.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Bow Ties and Broccoli Alfredo

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

6 oz. (3 cups) uncooked bow tie pasta (farfalle)
2 cups frozen broccoli florets
1/2 cup sliced purchased roasted red bell peppers (from 7.25-oz. jar)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 (10-oz.) container refrigerated Alfredo sauce
2 tablespoons shredded fresh Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Heat oven to 350 °F. Grease 2-quart casserole. Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package, adding broccoli during last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking time. Drain.
In greased casserole, combine all ingredients except cheese; mix well. Cover.
Bake at 350 °F. for 20 minutes. Uncover casserole; sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until cheese is light golden brown.

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