Primavera Pasta with Breadcrumb Topping Recipe

Name: Primavera Pasta with Breadcrumb Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz. fusilli or rotini pasta; 3 Tbs. olive oil; 1/2 lb. green beans, trimmed; 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper; 3 medium-sized zucchini (about 1/2 lb. total), trimmed and julienned; 2 large red bell peppers, julienned; 1/4 cup finely chopped basil; 1 tsp. chopped fresh oregano; 1 cup plain dry breadcrumbs; Freshly grated Parmesan cheese; Extra virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

8 oz. fusilli or rotini pasta
3 Tbs. olive oil
1/2 lb. green beans, trimmed
1/2 large yellow onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
3 medium-sized zucchini (about 1/2 lb. total), trimmed and julienned
2 large red bell peppers, julienned
1/4 cup finely chopped basil
1 tsp. chopped fresh oregano
1 cup plain dry breadcrumbs
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Extra virgin olive oil

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, bring large pot of salted water to boil; add green beans, and parboil 3 minutes.
3
Transfer beans to colander and rinse under cold running water to stop cooking.
4
Heat 2 Tbs.
5
oil in very large skillet over medium heat.
6
Add green beans, onion, garlic, and crushed red pepper, and cook, covered, 3 minutes.
7
Add zucchini, peppers, basil, and oregano, and cook, uncovered, 5 minutes, or until vegetables are just al dente; do not overcook.
8
Season with salt to taste.
9
Warm remaining 1 Tbs.
10
oil in second skillet over medium heat.
11
Add breadcrumbs, and saute until golden, about 5 minutes.
12
Add drained pasta to vegetables, and toss to blend; sprinkle with breadcrumbs, cheese, and olive oil, and serve.

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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: 8 oz. fusilli or rotini pasta, 3 Tbs. olive oil, 1/2 lb. green beans, trimmed, 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Primavera Pasta with Breadcrumb Topping falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Primavera Pasta with Breadcrumb Topping

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