Haley Gonzalez
@goncuisinehal
Creamy Vegetable Penne Pasta
A delightful and creamy penne pasta primavera featuring fresh vegetables like asparagus, carrots, and cherry tomatoes, all enveloped in a rich Parmesan cheese and cream sauce. Perfect for a comforting dinner or a special occasion!
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:9
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time20 min.
- Total time40 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 2 cups
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 pound
- 3
- 2 cups
- 1 clove
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
- 1/4 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Vegetable Penne Pasta.
Step 1
Start by bringing a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 2
Once it’s bubbling, toss in the penne pasta and give it a gentle stir.
Step 3
Let it cook for about 11 minutes, or until it reaches that perfect al dente texture.
Step 4
When it’s ready, drain the pasta and set it aside, letting it rest while you prepare the delicious sauce.
Step 5
In a spacious skillet, warm up some olive oil over medium-high heat.
Step 6
Add in the vibrant asparagus and carrot strips, sautéing them for about 5 minutes until they’re tender but still have a delightful crunch.
Step 7
The colors and aromas will start to fill your kitchen, making it hard to resist! Next, stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and minced garlic, cooking them together for about a minute until the garlic releases its wonderful fragrance.
Step 8
This is where the magic begins! Now, lower the heat and sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese, along with the heavy whipping cream and a dash of ground black pepper.
Step 9
Stir everything together until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes luxuriously smooth, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 10
Finally, add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing it gently to ensure every piece is coated in that creamy, cheesy goodness.
Step 11
This dish is not just a meal; it’s a warm hug on a plate, perfect for sharing with family or enjoying all to yourself.
Step 12
Enjoy your delightful creation!.