Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta with fresh vegetables in a light garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4-6 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse.
Preparing Vegetables
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Making Garlic Sauce
- 5
- 6
Season Sauce
Sprinkle black pepper over the mixture, stirring well to combine all ingredients.
Combining Ingredients
- 7
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.