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Creamy Pasta Primavera

Creamy Pasta Primavera: A Cozy Veggie Delight to Savor

Savor the delightful flavors of creamy pasta primavera, a comforting vegetarian dish bursting with vibrant vegetables and a luscious sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (fusilli or penne) Any shape you prefer.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with vegetable or canola oil.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Half-and-half or coconut cream can be used.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Substitute with pecorino or vegan cheese if preferred.
For the Vegetables
  • 2-3 cloves Minced garlic Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Bell peppers (diced) Red and yellow, substitute with other varieties if desired.
  • 1 medium Zucchini (sliced) Yellow squash or eggplant can be used instead.
  • 1 cup Broccoli florets Can swap with green beans or asparagus.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved) Regular tomatoes can be substituted.
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • optional Fresh basil (for garnish) Dried basil can be used if fresh is unavailable.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in diced bell peppers, sliced zucchini, and broccoli florets. Cook for 4-5 minutes until tender but crisp.
  4. Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
  6. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Toss the drained pasta into the sauce, mixing to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to combine flavors.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with seasonal veggies for extra flavor. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.

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