Broccoli with Fennel and Bell Pepper

Broccoli with Fennel and Bell Pepper

adapted from Bon Appetit November 2001

Herbs de Provence is an herb blend that is available at specialty food stores and some supermarkets. If you can't find it you can blend your own.

Makes 2 servings                                                0 WW Blue points / serving

Cooking spray

1/2 tsp. fennel seeds, crushed or chopped

1 shallot, chopped

3 oz. fresh fennel slices (bulb cut in half then sliced)

1/3 bell pepper, sliced

4 oz. broccoli florets

1/2 tsp. Herbes de Provence

1/3 cup homemade chicken stock or store bought broth

Kosher salt & Freshly ground black pepper

1. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook the fennel until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
2. Add the shallot and sauté until golden, about 3 minutes.
3. Add the fennel and bell pepper and sauté until tender, about 3 minutes.
4. Add the broccoli and spray with some more cooking spray.
5. Stir in the Herbes de Provence and pout in the stock.
6. Simmer until the broccoli is tender-crisp and the liquid evaporates, about 6 minutes.
7. Season to taste with salt and pepper prior to serving.

Enjoy!