Pasta Primavera with Sauce: A Fresh and Creamy Delight
A vibrant and creamy pasta dish featuring fresh vegetables and a flavorful sauce, perfect for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- 1 ¼ cups chicken broth
- 1 ¼ cups half and half
- ½ cube chicken bouillon cube
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- ¾ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¾ teaspoon dried basil
- ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¾ teaspoon mustard powder
- Pinch red pepper flakes
For the Vegetables
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- ½ cup carrots, julienned
- ½ cup red onion, sliced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 ½ cups zucchini, cut into chunks
- ½ cup frozen peas
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ pound ziti
For the Sauce Base
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Combine chicken broth, half and half, chicken bouillon, soy sauce, hot sauce, parsley, basil, oregano, mustard powder, and red pepper flakes in a large measuring cup. Stir well and set aside.
- Cook ziti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté broccoli, onions, carrots, and bell peppers for 3 minutes. Add zucchini, peas, and tomatoes; cook 2-3 minutes. Remove vegetables.
- Melt butter, sauté garlic, then stir in flour to form a roux. Gradually add sauce mixture, bring to boil, then simmer.
- Reduce heat, add Parmesan cheese, stir until melted. Combine pasta, vegetables, and sauce. Serve hot.
Notes
For a creamier sauce, add a splash of milk or cream before serving.