Looking for a great new dinner recipe? This Italian pasta primavera recipe is exactly what you've been looking for. Recipes don't have to be complicated to be great, and this one is proof of that.
There are only four steps to this recipe, making it one of the simplest ones you'll find on our site. By using the microwave, you'll be able to cut down on cooking time. Shaving just a few minutes off of cooking time can help save a busy night from disaster.
This recipe incorporates broccoli and cauliflower, meaning your family will be getting lots of nutrition in each serving. Getting children to finish their veggies is tough, so blending them into a delicious recipe is the best idea. Add this recipe to your bookmarks so you can always return to it whenever you need it.
We have lots of other quick and easy recipes available. We know how tough it can be to plan a full week of meals, especially when you don't have a lot of time to cook. By using our recipes, you'll be able to continuously feed your family the best meals, every night, no matter how much time you have on your hands.
Italian Pasta Primavera
Ingredients:
1 (16 ounce) package dried fusilli
8 ounces broccoli florets(about 2 cups)
8 ounces cauliflower florets (about 2 cups)
1½ cups milk
3 Tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup oil packed dried tomatoes, well drained and chopped
Directions:
1. In a 4 to 6 quart pot, cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli and cauliflower the last 4 to 5 minutes of cooking time. Drain and return to pot.
2. Meanwhile, in a medium microwave-safe mixing bowl whisk together the milk, flour, salt and pepper.
3. Microwave on 100% power (high) for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until thickened.
4. Add the milk mixture, Parmesan cheese, and dried tomatoes to cooked pasta in pot. Stir gently to combine. Makes 6 servings.