Braised Belgian Endive

Ingredients: ()

6	heads Belgian endives, about 10 ounces (320 g) total

juice of 1 lemon

2	cups (480 ml) low-fat, low-sodium canned chicken broth

butter-flavored refrigerated cooking spray

Directions:

1. Trim the endive of any outer leaves that are brown.
2. Slice leaves in half lengthwise and toss in lemon juice. Place in a large nonstick skillet.
3. Cover with broth and simmer until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Test for tenderness by inserting a sharp knife into the stem end. Drain and coat with butter-flavored refrigerated cooking spray. Serve immediately.

Per serving:	19 calories (0% calories from fat),, 2 g protein, 0 total fat (0 saturated fat), 3 g carbohydrates, 2 g dietary fiber, 0 cholesterol, 38 mg sodium
Diabetic exchanges:	FREE