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Penne and Grilled Zucchini with Avocado Cream
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 186 g
(Approx. 6 Servings)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 320 Calories From Fat 80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9 g 14%
Saturated Fat 3.5 g 18%
Trans Fat 0.0 g
Cholesterol 15 mg 5%
Sodium 85 mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 48 g 16%
Dietary Fiber 7 g 28%
Sugars 5 g
Protein 12 g
Vitamin A 10% • Iron 15%
Vitamin C 25% • Calcium 15%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
 
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Penne and Grilled Zucchini with Avocado Cream
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Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
30 minutes
Serves
6  People

Ingredients

Recipe makes 6 Servings

12 Oz whole wheat penne pasta
2 zucchini, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1 inch chunks.
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed
1/2 cilantro bunch
1 Large Hass avocado, peeled and pitted
1 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup(s) 2% milk
1/2 cup(s) H-E-B Monterey Jack Fancy Shredded Cheese
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Instructions

1
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2
Heat grill to high heat (or preheat oven to 400ºF).
3
Spray zucchini lightly with non-stick cooking spray and grill until char marks appear, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from grill and set aside.
4
In a blender or food processor, combine garlic, jalapeño, cilantro and avocado. Blend until smooth (add a tablespoon or so of water, if too thick). Set aside.
5
In small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter then add in flour. Stir constantly until mixture looks like wet sand.
6
Whisk in milk and cheese. Continue to whisk until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
7
In a large bowl combine all ingredients and toss well. Serve immediately.

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