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Creamy Pasta Primavera

Creamy Pasta Primavera
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A creamy and colorful pasta dish loaded with fresh vegetables, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium red onion, diced small or sliced into thin strips
  • ½ cups carrots, diced into matchstick-sized pieces
  • 3 to 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and diced into 1-inch long pieces
  • 1 medium bell pepper, seeded and diced into long thin strips
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 yellow squash or zucchini, sliced into thin slices or half round slices
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely minced
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus more for garnishing
  • 1 medium lemon, zested
  • Juice from 1 medium lemon
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Boil and salt water for the pasta, cook according to package directions, drain, rinse, and set aside in a very large bowl.
  2. In a large skillet, add olive oil, butter, onions, and carrots, and sauté over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  4. Add asparagus, bell peppers, broccoli, and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Add squash and peas, sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, adjusting for texture preference.
  6. Combine cooked vegetables with the pasta in the large bowl, add tomatoes, and stir to combine.
  7. In a medium bowl, whisk together heavy cream, Parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  8. Drizzle the sauce over the pasta and vegetables, stirring well to combine.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, add extra salt, pepper, or chili flakes if desired.
  10. Stir in parsley and basil, garnish with extra Parmesan, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust the texture of vegetables to your liking during cooking.
  • Add chili flakes for a hint of spice.
  • Make sure to season well to enhance the flavors.

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