Beat the Clock Pasta Recipe

Name: Beat the Clock Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 eggs; 1 ½ cups light ricotta cheese; 1 teaspoon vegetable seasoning (or mix your own, 1/4 tsp each dried basil, thyme and oregano); 1 teaspoon dry mustard; ½ teaspoon onion powder; fresh ground pepper; 2 cups dry rotini pasta; 2 cups cooked chopped assorted fresh vegetables (broccoli, carrots, peas, green beans); ½ cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese; fresh basil leaf (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Whisk eggs with ricotta cheese, Vegetable seasoning, dry mustard and onion powder; season with pepper.
2
Set aside.
3
Cook pasta in a medium saucepan for 10 minutes or according to package directions.
4
Drain well.
5
Return pasta to saucepan over medium-low heat.
6
Add egg mixture and vegetables.
7
Stir constantly for about 4 minutes or until mixture thickens slightly.
8
Remove from heat.
9
Add cheese and stir until melted.
10
Garnish with basil leaves.

874

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 eggs, 1 ½ cups light ricotta cheese, 1 teaspoon vegetable seasoning (or mix your own, 1/4 tsp each dried basil, thyme and oregano), 1 teaspoon dry mustard, and more.

Yes, Beat the Clock Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beat the Clock Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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