WHOLE WHEAT PENNE PASTA PRIMAVERA.

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Heather way changing eating habits,so it goes.2012 So i did this dish my way pasta,primavera..ENJOYED tossed making a meal out of leftovers.I ALSO MADE IT WILL SHRIMP ITS TO DIE,OR LIVE FOR IT.ENJOY IT AND SHARING MEMORIES.Sharing with my grandbabies and friends.

Provided by maria maxey

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 c whole wheat penne or twirl pasta
1 lb fresh asparagus , cut into (2- inch pieces.)
2 large red bell peppers
2 large yellow bell pepper
1/2 c fresh shelled peas.(or frozen peas)
12 oz )boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 pd shrimp)
3/4 tsp salt,divide
1/4 tsp black pepper,or fresh red crushed pepper (divide )
2 1/2 tsp good olive oil .(portuguese.)divided
1/2 c fresh shallots chopped
1/2 c low fat sour cream (fat free)
1/2 c fresh sliced chives
1/3 c fresh chopped basil
1 1/2 Tbsp fresh grated lemon peel.
2 fresh cloves garlic chopped
u can also toss fresh cheese on top of dish or even add more zest favor by using more lemon or lime .

Steps:

  • 1. COOK Whole wheat pasta ,according to package directions. ADDING asparagus, bell peppers and peas during last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking. DRAIN , it and save (reserving 1/4 to 1/2 of pasta water for later. RETURN ...pasta to pot.
  • 2. MEANWHILE ,sprinkle chicken with 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 of the pepper. HEAT. 1tablespoon.. of olive oil,in a large cast iron fry pan, over medium heat-- high heat until hot....COOK chicken 8 to 10 minutes or until no longer pink in the center. Turning once ,remove chicken .COVER Loosely witfoil.
  • 3. HEAT remaining 1- tsp.oil in the cast iron pan ,until hot.... COOK and stir shallots i minute or until .CRISP- Tender ADD sour cream; bring to a boil.,add 2,crushed cloves fresh garlic. Stir in the Reserved cooking pasta water.
  • 4. ADD chives, basil ,lemon peel and the remaining salt and pepper for taste. POUR OVER ..... PENNE PASTA THINLY SLICED CHICKEN; Toss with the penne. IF using shrimp only cook the shrimp just for a few minutes until no longer pink.(so it want be overcooked.(cook shrimp last until ready to mix everything together .
  • 5. ENJOY IT WITH A NICE GLASS OF WHITE WINE.( a glass of water lemon twist, side salad even fresh garlic bread ) Or no bread. IT'S fantastic by it self as a meal. ENJOY IT FROM GRANDMEY'S TABLE TO YOUS.1/6/2012

Kourosh
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I'll definitely be making this pasta primavera again.


Muhammad Sani muazu
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This pasta primavera is delicious!


Brenda Chebet
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This pasta primavera is so easy to make.


Shar Dil
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I love the creamy sauce in this pasta primavera.


SALAH ALJAPAL
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This pasta primavera is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


maher bilal
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I love the fresh flavors of this pasta primavera. It's a perfect summer dish.


Nasrat Nabi
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This pasta primavera was a great way to use up some leftover vegetables. It was also very tasty.


Husnan Suny
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I've never made pasta primavera before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out great!


Syed NAseer
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially loved the creamy sauce.


Mr. Dustin Stanton
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I made this pasta primavera for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the fresh, light flavors.


sanjy lala
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This pasta primavera is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. My kids loved the colorful sauce and the variety of vegetables.


Ninsiima Hasifa
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, veggies, and even added some chicken or shrimp. It's always delicious.


Jass Paloma
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover veggies I had in the fridge. It was quick and easy to make, and the whole family loved it.


Riya Sheikh
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I've made this pasta primavera several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Anthony Grixti
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This pasta primavera was a hit with my family! The fresh veggies and flavorful sauce were a perfect combination. I'll definitely be making this again.