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Two kinds of cheese give this recipe a savory taste.

Fast Creamy Broccoli Rice

2 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth or water
1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli spears
Instant rice, white or brown, cooked according to package directions (Women: 1 1/2 cups / Men: 2 cups)
2 slices fat-free American or Swiss cheese singles
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
Ground white pepper

1. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the fennel, pepper, and garlic and cook for 5 minutes or until the fennel is tender but not mushy.
3. Add the red pepper and shrimp. Cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink.
4. Add the lime juice and serve.

Makes 1 serving.

Nutrition Facts Per serving (women): 430 calories, 32 g protein, 71 g carbohydrates, 2 g total fat, 10 g dietary fiber, 562 mg sodium

Nutriton Facts Per serving (men): 512 calories, 34 g protein, 90 g carbohydrates, 3 g total fat, 10 g dietary fiber, 565 mg sodium

Copyright © 2006 Judith J. Wurtman, PhD and Nina Frusztajer Marquis, MD.

Reprinted from: The Serotonin Power Diet: Use Your Brain's Natural Chemistry to Cut Cravings, Curb Emotional Overeating, and Lose Weight by Judith J. Wurtman and Nina Frusztajer Marquis © 2006 Judith J. Wurtman and Nina Frusztajer Marquis. Permission granted by Rodale, Inc., Emmaus, PA 18098. Available wherever books are sold or directly from the publisher by calling at (800) 848-4735. To read more about this book please click here.