Ziti with Cabbage and Onions

Ziti with Cabbage and Onions
from "Simply the Best, Italian"

4 t. olive oil
2 red onions, chopped
2 lbs. green cabbage, shredded (about 8 cups)
1 c. low-sodium chicken broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 T. balsamic vinegar
2 t. fennel seeds
1/4 t. salt
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
2 c. ziti

Heat a nonstick saucepan. Swirl in the oil, then add the onions. Saute until browned. Add the cabbage, broth, and garlic and saute until the cabbage wilts, about 5 minutes. Stir in the vinegar, fennel seeds, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the cabbage is tender, about 20 minutes. Uncover, raise the heat slightly, and cook until the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes longer.

Meanwhile, cook the ziti according to package directions. Drain and put in a serving bowl. top with the cabbage and toss to combine.

Makes 4 servings

per serving: 260 calories; 6 g. fat; 5 g.; 1 g. sat. fat; 0 mg chol; 198 mg sodium; 45 g carb; 5 g. fiber; 9 g. prot; 105 mg calc