Best 7 Creamy Italian Pasta Primavera Recipes

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Are you in the mood for a delectable and comforting pasta dish that tantalizes your taste buds? Look no further than the exquisite Creamy Italian Pasta Primavera! This luscious recipe combines the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables, savory herbs, and a creamy sauce that will transport you to culinary heaven. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the best recipe for this classic Italian dish, promising a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's create a masterpiece that will surely impress your family and friends.

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CREAMY PHILADELPHIA® PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Penne pasta is combined with boneless chicken breast, red bell pepper, fresh asparagus, and zucchini in a cream sauce.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups penne pasta, uncooked
2 tablespoons KRAFT Light Zesty Italian Dressing
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 zucchini, cut into chunks
1 ½ cups cut-up fresh asparagus (1-inch lengths)
1 red pepper, chopped
1 cup fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 ounces PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat Cream Cheese, cubed
¼ cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken and vegetables; cook 10 to 12 min. or until chicken is cooked through, stirring frequently. Add broth and cream cheese; cook 1 min. or until cheese is melted, stirring constantly. Add Parmesan cheese; mix well.
  • Drain pasta; return to pot. Add chicken and vegetable mixture; toss lightly. Cook 1 min. or until heated through. (Sauce will thicken upon standing.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 82.1 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 577.3 mg, Sugar 2 g

CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA



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When I think of springtime, asparagus comes to mind. This pasta dish is a wonderful blend of tender, crisp, colorful vegetables and a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked gemelli or spiral pasta
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 medium carrots, shredded
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute asparagus and carrots in oil until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the cheese, cream and pepper. Drain pasta; toss with asparagus mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 large carrots, peeled and sliced diagonally
1 cup bite-size broccoli pieces
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
2 tablespoons butter
4 ounces white mushrooms, washed and sliced
2 medium zucchini, sliced diagonally
1 medium summer squash, sliced diagonally
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 large onion, diced
1/2 cup chicken broth, plus more as needed
1/4 cup white wine (see Cook's Note)
1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup frozen peas
12 fresh basil leaves, chopped, plus more for serving
1 pound pasta (fettuccini), cooked according to package directions

Steps:

  • For the vegetables: Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the carrots and cook for 1 minute. Then add the broccoli; cook for another minute. Add the red peppers; cook 1 minute more. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
  • To the skillet, add the butter and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil; allow to heat up. Add the mushrooms, zucchini and squash, and cook until starting to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and add them to the other vegetables. Set aside.
  • For the sauce: Add the garlic and onions to the skillet, and cook until starting to turn translucent, about 2 minutes.
  • Next, pour in the chicken broth and wine; stir, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen all the flavorful bits. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until reduced by about half. Stir in the cream and Parmesan, and allow the cheese to melt. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Add the cooked vegetables to the sauce, along with the peas and basil; stir to combine. If the sauce needs a little more liquid, splash in a small amount of broth. Place the cooked pasta in a large serving bowl and pour all the contents of the skillet over the pasta; toss to combine. Sprinkle with extra basil, and serve with extra Parmesan.

PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Giada De Laurentiis' Pasta Primavera recipe, from Everyday Italian on Food Network, is bursting with roasted vegetables and Parmesan.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 carrots, peeled and cut into thin strips
2 medium zucchini or 1 large zucchini, cut into thin strips
2 yellow squash, cut into thin strips
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1/4 cup olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs or herbes de Provence
1 pound farfalle (bowtie pasta)
15 cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • On a large heavy baking sheet, toss all of the vegetables with the oil, salt, pepper, and dried herbs to coat. Transfer half of the vegetable mixture to another heavy large baking sheet and arrange evenly over the baking sheets. Bake until the carrots are tender and the vegetables begin to brown, stirring after the first 10 minutes, about 20 minutes total.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, tender but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Toss the pasta with the vegetable mixtures in a large bowl to combine. Toss with the cherry tomatoes and enough reserved cooking liquid to moisten. Season the pasta with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and serve immediately.

CREAMY PENNE PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and carrots are tossed in a delicious and rich cream sauce.

Provided by gretchen

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Pasta Primavera Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups penne pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 carrots, cut into strips
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat-high heat; saute asparagus and carrots until tender yet firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and garlic; saute until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir Parmesan cheese, cream, and black pepper into vegetable mixture until cheese melts and sauce is smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Add pasta to sauce and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.3 calories, Carbohydrate 65.1 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

LOW FAT CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Make and share this Low fat Creamy Pasta Primavera recipe from Food.com.

Provided by James Craig

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb fettuccine
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 carrots, scrubbed and diced
1 cup fresh broccoli
1 cup fresh peas
1 cup fresh green beans
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 cup low fat cottage cheese
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Saute garlic in oil, adding carrots and green vegetables.
  • Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Blend yogurt and cheese in blender until smooth.
  • Drain pasta.
  • Toss with remaining ingredients to sprinkle on top.
  • Serve hot with extra grated cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 70.8, Sodium 250.1, Carbohydrate 67.3, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 7.4, Protein 21.2

CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Fresh zucchini and asparagus team up with penne pasta, chicken and two kinds of cheese for a delicious way to get some veggies on the table.

Provided by Kraft Heinz

Yield 6 servings, 1-1/3 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 9

cups penne pasta, uncooked
Tbsp. KRAFT Lite Zesty Italian Dressing
lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
zucchini, cut into bite-size pieces
cups cut-up fresh asparagus spears (1-inch lengths)
red pepper, chopped
cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, cubed
cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken and vegetables; cook 10 to 12 min. or until chicken is done, stirring frequently. Add broth and Neufchatel; cook 1 min. or until Neufchatel is completely melted and sauce is well blended, stirring constantly. Stir in Parmesan.
  • Drain pasta; return to pan. Add chicken mixture; mix lightly. Cook 1 min. or until heated through. (Sauce will thicken upon standing.)

Tips:

  • Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your pasta primavera the best flavor. If you can, try to use vegetables that are in season.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: Vegetables should be cooked until they are tender, but still have a bit of a bite to them. Overcooked vegetables will be mushy and bland.
  • Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is an important ingredient in pasta primavera. Make sure to use a good quality olive oil that has a fruity flavor.
  • Season the pasta water: Salting the pasta water helps to flavor the pasta. Add about 1 tablespoon of salt to a large pot of water.
  • Don't rinse the pasta: Rinsing the pasta will remove the starch, which is what helps the sauce stick to the pasta. Instead, drain the pasta and immediately add it to the sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or chives, add a pop of flavor and color to pasta primavera.

Conclusion:

Pasta primavera is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of vegetables. It is a great way to use up leftover vegetables or to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With its fresh, flavorful ingredients, pasta primavera is a dish that everyone will enjoy.

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