Description
A delightful dish of al dente penne pasta mixed with fresh vegetables in a creamy sauce, perfect for family gatherings or quick dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups mixed fresh vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, carrots)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (basil, parsley)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the chopped herbs. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix everything thoroughly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; give it a final stir.
- Serve hot, topped with grated parmesan cheese.
Notes
For best results, use fresh seasonal vegetables. Adjust seasoning to your personal preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Spring Pasta, quick dinner, vegetarian pasta, fresh vegetables, creamy pasta