Weekly Recipe: Ham, Greens and Noodles

Ham, Greens and Noodles
Serves 6
5 Points value

3 1/3 cups uncooked egg noodles (about 6 ounces)
1 Tbsp butter
2 cups diced smoked ham (about 11 ounces)
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups collard greens, sliced and stems removed
2 Tbsp cider vinegar
3 cups chicken broth
1/4 tsp pepper

Cook noodles according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain.

Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ham and cook 8 minutes, or until lightly browned, stirring frequently. Add the onion, carrot, celery, bell pepper, oregano, thyme and garlic, and cook until the vegetables are just tender, stirring frequently. Add the greens, and cook for a minute, stirring constantly. Stir in vinegar and cook another minute. Then add the broth and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 12 minutes. Stir in the noodles and pepper, and cook until heated through.

Per serving: 270 calories, 8.8g fat (2.8g sat fat), 3.5g fiber, 999mg sodium

Make it Core: Use olive oil instead of butter, and use whole wheat egg noodles (I've seen them!).