CREAMY ITALIAN PASTA PRIMAVERA

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This creamy pasta primavera combines pasta and fresh vegetables with a delicious, cheesy white sauce.

Provided by laur laur

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta
3 tablespoons butter
¼ pound fresh green beans, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
10 spears fresh asparagus, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 carrot, julienned
1 zucchini, chopped
6 shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1 tomato, chopped, divided
2 cups chopped baby spinach
1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • While penne is cooking, melt butter in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add green beans, asparagus, and carrot and cook for 3 minutes. Add zucchini, mushrooms, and 3/4 of the chopped tomato; cook and stir until veggies are bright, 4 to 5 minutes. Add spinach and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle salad dressing mix over veggies and gradually add cream, stirring until combined. Bring to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce has thickened to desired consistency, 2 to 3 minutes. Add cooked penne and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; toss to combine.
  • Plate pasta. Top each serving with remaining Parmesan, remaining tomato, a dash of lemon juice, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.7 calories, Carbohydrate 55.2 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Fat 34.4 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 20.8 g, Sodium 1034 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

Dani Boni
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This pasta primavera was a great way to use up some leftover vegetables. The sauce was simple but flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Michael Carr
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This pasta primavera was delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish.


Sandesh Joshi
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This pasta primavera was a bit bland for my taste. The sauce was a bit too thin and the vegetables were a bit undercooked. I think I would have preferred a thicker sauce and more cooked vegetables.


xxxPreppy xxX
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This pasta primavera was a hit with my family! The creamy sauce was delicious and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy pasta dish.


Jjij Hjok
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This pasta primavera was a great way to use up some leftover vegetables. The sauce was simple but flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Godfrey Sung
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This pasta primavera was a bit too creamy for my taste, but it was still very good. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who likes creamy pasta dishes.


Miroslava Marcheva
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I loved this pasta primavera! It was so easy to make and it turned out delicious. The creamy sauce was perfect and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Neil Nic Stevens
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This pasta primavera was a disappointment. The sauce was bland and watery, and the vegetables were undercooked. I would not recommend this recipe.


Rohan Thapa
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I thought this pasta primavera was just okay. The sauce was a little too heavy for my taste, and the vegetables were a bit mushy. I think I would have preferred a lighter sauce and more al dente vegetables.


Willie Baker
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This pasta primavera was so easy to make and it turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


WAJAHAT PUKHTOON
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I made this pasta primavera for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the tender vegetables. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish.


Marisa Garcia
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My family loved this pasta primavera! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


joseph myers
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This Creamy Italian Pasta Primavera is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The creamy sauce is made with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I especially love