Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked fancy pasta
  • 2 2 cups chicken or 2 cups turkey
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed til barely tender
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaf
  • 2 -3 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup fat-free mayonnaise or 1 cup low-fat mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method

  • Cook and drain pasta; cool.
  • Combine pasta, meat, broccoli, and cheeses in large bowl.
  • Put basil and garlic in food processor or blender; whiz.
  • Add mayo to food processor or blender.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Stir into pasta mix.
  • Toss to coat.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
  • During the last 1/2 hour of chilling time, toss once to mix.
  • For color contrast, serve with cherry tomatoes, cut in halves.