Quick Penne with Broccoli and Sun Dried Tomatoes

A friend Cindy Vandenberg gave me this recipe. I believe  it is a Jazzy Vegetarian Recipe.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. whole grain penne or other pasta
• 1 large bunch broccoli cut into bite size florets
• 1 jar-8 oz. oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
• 12 large basil leaves-thinly sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1.  Cook the pasta of choice until almost tender.
2. Add the broccoli. Cook 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is crisp tender.
3. Put the sun-dried tomatoes, garlic powder and the chopped basil in a large bowl.
4. Drain the penne and broccoli and add to the tomatoe mixture. Stir well
5. Add wheat germ and toss gently until thoroughly combined.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Serve immediately.

I had some Basil Pesto in the refrigerator that I added to the recipe. I did not add any salt.

Enjoy!!