WHOLE WHEAT PENNE PASTA PRIMAVERA.

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Heather way changing eating habits,so it goes.2012 So i did this dish my way pasta,primavera..ENJOYED tossed making a meal out of leftovers.I ALSO MADE IT WILL SHRIMP ITS TO DIE,OR LIVE FOR IT.ENJOY IT AND SHARING MEMORIES.Sharing with my grandbabies and friends.

Provided by maria maxey

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 c whole wheat penne or twirl pasta
1 lb fresh asparagus , cut into (2- inch pieces.)
2 large red bell peppers
2 large yellow bell pepper
1/2 c fresh shelled peas.(or frozen peas)
12 oz )boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 pd shrimp)
3/4 tsp salt,divide
1/4 tsp black pepper,or fresh red crushed pepper (divide )
2 1/2 tsp good olive oil .(portuguese.)divided
1/2 c fresh shallots chopped
1/2 c low fat sour cream (fat free)
1/2 c fresh sliced chives
1/3 c fresh chopped basil
1 1/2 Tbsp fresh grated lemon peel.
2 fresh cloves garlic chopped
u can also toss fresh cheese on top of dish or even add more zest favor by using more lemon or lime .

Steps:

  • 1. COOK Whole wheat pasta ,according to package directions. ADDING asparagus, bell peppers and peas during last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking. DRAIN , it and save (reserving 1/4 to 1/2 of pasta water for later. RETURN ...pasta to pot.
  • 2. MEANWHILE ,sprinkle chicken with 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 of the pepper. HEAT. 1tablespoon.. of olive oil,in a large cast iron fry pan, over medium heat-- high heat until hot....COOK chicken 8 to 10 minutes or until no longer pink in the center. Turning once ,remove chicken .COVER Loosely witfoil.
  • 3. HEAT remaining 1- tsp.oil in the cast iron pan ,until hot.... COOK and stir shallots i minute or until .CRISP- Tender ADD sour cream; bring to a boil.,add 2,crushed cloves fresh garlic. Stir in the Reserved cooking pasta water.
  • 4. ADD chives, basil ,lemon peel and the remaining salt and pepper for taste. POUR OVER ..... PENNE PASTA THINLY SLICED CHICKEN; Toss with the penne. IF using shrimp only cook the shrimp just for a few minutes until no longer pink.(so it want be overcooked.(cook shrimp last until ready to mix everything together .
  • 5. ENJOY IT WITH A NICE GLASS OF WHITE WINE.( a glass of water lemon twist, side salad even fresh garlic bread ) Or no bread. IT'S fantastic by it self as a meal. ENJOY IT FROM GRANDMEY'S TABLE TO YOUS.1/6/2012

taegi
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This is the best pasta primavera recipe I've ever tried.


Andy spirit1972
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a delicious and healthy way to enjoy pasta.


Anas King999
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Christian Self
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This recipe is a great starting point for creating your own pasta primavera dish. Feel free to add or remove vegetables and seasonings to suit your taste.


Lirina Dhura
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I would definitely make this recipe again.


Seth Alderman
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Overall, this is a good recipe, but it needs a few tweaks to make it perfect.


Firikot Abdisa
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The pasta was overcooked. I would cook it for less time next time.


Daria Isaenko
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The sauce is a little too thin for my liking. I would add some cornstarch or flour to thicken it up next time.


Sylvanus Asonye
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This recipe is a little bland for my taste. I would add some more garlic and red pepper flakes next time.


Aelowz
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I'm allergic to dairy, so I used almond milk instead of heavy cream. It turned out great!


Jovana Vojinovic
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some broccoli, carrots, and zucchini that I needed to use up and they were perfect in this dish.


AA KBAI
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I added some grilled chicken to this recipe for a protein boost. It was delicious!


felix laudo
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The leftovers of this pasta primavera were even better the next day. The flavors really had a chance to meld together.


Brian Baartman
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I was able to get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.


Maktuj Rai
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I'm not usually a fan of whole wheat pasta, but this recipe changed my mind. The texture was perfect and the pasta held up well to the sauce.


Roxana Jessup
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This pasta primavera recipe is a keeper! The combination of fresh vegetables and whole wheat penne pasta is delicious and healthy. I especially loved the vibrant colors of the dish.