Ziti Primavera Recipe
Short hollow noodle with fresh vegetables in a rich buttery sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Vegetables
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Ziti
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add Vegetables
Add the bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 4
Incorporate Spinach
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked ziti pasta to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Finish with Cheese
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- 7
Serve
Serve the ziti primavera warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
