Description
A simple and delicious creamy pasta dish packed with colorful vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the mixed vegetables and cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or pasta types. Consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat or lemon juice for freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pasta
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg