Creamy Pasta And Vegetables Recipe

Name: Creamy Pasta And Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 oz. wagon wheel pasta; 1 container (16 oz.) low-fat cottage cheese; 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 tsp. mint, crumbled; 2 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 medium-size onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 2 c. broccoli flowerets; 1/2 sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips; 1 carrot, cut into thin strips; 1/4 tsp. leaf basil, crumbled; 1/4 lb. mushrooms, sliced; 1 c. peas

Servings: persons

12 oz. wagon wheel pasta
1 container (16 oz.) low-fat cottage cheese
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp. mint, crumbled
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 medium-size onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 c. broccoli flowerets
1/2 sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
1 carrot, cut into thin strips
1/4 tsp. leaf basil, crumbled
1/4 lb. mushrooms, sliced
1 c. peas

1
Cook pasta per directions.
2
Puree cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese and mint in processor.
3
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet. Add onion and garlic.
4
Cook 3 minutes until softened.
5
Add broccoli, red pepper, carrot and basil.
6
Cook 3 minutes; sprinkle with water to prevent sticking.
7
Add mushrooms.
8
Cook 2 minutes longer.
9
Stir in peas; heat through.
10
Drain pasta.
11
Fold in cheese mixture.
12
Add vegetables.
13
Lightly mix to coat.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 oz. wagon wheel pasta, 1 container (16 oz.) low-fat cottage cheese, 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 tsp. mint, crumbled, and more.

Yes, Creamy Pasta And Vegetables 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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Creamy Pasta And Vegetables

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Variations & substitutions

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