Brussels Sprouts & Noodle Stir Fry

Ingredients

• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsps less sodium soy sauce
• 3 oz whole wheat thin spaghetti
• 1/2 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup red onion, sliced
• 1/2 cup carrot, grated
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger
• 16 oz brussels sprouts, trimmed & thinly sliced

Directions

1. Break spaghetti into 1" pieces. Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. Return spaghetti to hot pan; cover and keep warm.
2. Pour oil into a large skillet; heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute.
3. Add brussels sprouts, ginger, and crushed red pepper; cook and stir for 1 minute.
4. Add broth and soy sauce. Cook about 2 minutes more or until liquid is almost evaporated, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
5. Stir in cooked spaghetti and carrots.
6. Before serving, if desired, sprinkle with almonds and cilantro.
7. Note: for an easy main dish add 2 cups of chopped cooked chicken, or ham, or cooked shelled and deveined shrimp to the skillet when you add the broth.