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Pasta Primavera

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time5 minsCook Time15 mins

Our take on a delicious Italian classic. Primavera means 'spring' so traditionally, it would contain spring vegetables but we suggest you feel free to use whichever veggies are in your fridge right now.

 2 cups whole grain pasta, uncooked
 4 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, onion, button mushrooms, bell peppers, carrots, etc.), lightly steamed
 1 recipe Basic Cream Sauce
1

Boil and drain pasta according to package directions.

2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the cream sauce and steamed vegetables.

3

Steam the vegetables in a small amount of water, salt to taste, and set aside.

4

Combine the cream sauce with the cooked pasta and steamed vegetables. Serve immediately

Tip: Stir ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg into the cream sauce to give it a more alfredo-like flavor.

Primavera Casserole Variation
5

Place the pasta in a casserole dish and sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Bake the casserole the oven at 350°F until the breadcrumbs brown, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

Serving size

1 cup

Amount per serving
Calories305
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.5g10%

Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 481mg21%
Total Carbohydrate 52g19%

Dietary Fiber 8g29%
Total Sugars 4.6g
Protein 10g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.