Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta tossed with seasonal vegetables in a light cream sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Vegetables
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the zucchini, bell pepper, and carrot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 3
Add Spinach and Tomatoes
Stir in the cherry tomatoes and spinach. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
- 4
Make the Cream Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Allow it to warm for a minute, then add in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce and vegetables.
- 6
Serve
Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.