VEGETARIAN PENNE

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"My husband and I love pasta and vegetables," relates Gail Cawsey of Geneseo, Illinois. "I created this dish several years ago. It serves as dinner for the two of us or as an impressive side dish when we're entertaining."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 small yellow summer squash, sliced
1 small zucchini, sliced
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onion, summer squash, zucchini, mushrooms and garlic in butter until tender. , In a small bowl, whisk the flour, seasonings and cream until smooth; add to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Drain pasta and add to vegetable mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

m svren
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I'm on a low-carb diet. Can I make a low-carb version of this dish?


Kaira Graham
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What are some good side dishes to serve with this dish?


Chekwube Cynthia
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Can I freeze this dish?


Ar Abir
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How long can I store this dish in the refrigerator?


Amy Bocanegra
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I'm allergic to mushrooms. Can I substitute another vegetable?


Tracy Dean
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This recipe is too complicated for me. I'm not a very good cook.


JN Nahida
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I'm not sure about this recipe. I'm not a big fan of sun-dried tomatoes.


Joaquin Meinig
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Mahidul Islam
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one is a keeper. Thanks for sharing!


Ruchal Migma
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


FAUX Editz
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now one of my go-to meals.


Ananta K.c
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This dish is perfect for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it always gets rave reviews.


Zoher Abed Al Rahman
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I love that this dish is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Saima Hussain
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some zucchini and mushrooms to mine, and it turned out great.


Rafi Ahmed
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I'm not usually a fan of vegetarian dishes, but this one is really good. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the penne is cooked perfectly.


Hassana Mohammed
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I especially love the roasted red peppers and the sun-dried tomatoes.


Shani Malik
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal when you don't have a lot of time to cook.


Mohamed Alfaraj
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This vegetarian penne dish is a real winner! The combination of flavors and textures is spot-on, and it's a great way to get your veggies in.