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15 Minute Creamy Pasta Primavera Recipe
Delilah Cooks

15 Minute Creamy Pasta Primavera Recipe

15 minute creamy pasta primavera is the perfect meal when you need something fast and delicious. This 15 minute creamy pasta primavera recipe combines tender pasta, fresh vegetables, and a rich creamy sauce in one easy dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 zucchini sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

Cooking Instructions for 15 Minute Creamy Pasta Primavera
    Boil the Pasta
    1. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until tender.
    Prepare the Vegetables
    1. While the pasta cooks, wash and slice all vegetables. Keeping everything ready helps the recipe come together much faster.
    Heat the Skillet
    1. Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and allow it to warm for about one minute.
    Cook the Broccoli
    1. Add broccoli florets to the skillet. Cook for two minutes while stirring occasionally to keep the vegetables bright and tender.
    Add Remaining Vegetables
    1. Add bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Stir frequently and cook for about three minutes until slightly softened.
    Add the Garlic
    1. Stir in the minced garlic. Cook for one minute until fragrant. Avoid overcooking because garlic can become bitter quickly.
    Make the Creamy Sauce
    1. Pour heavy cream into the skillet. Stir gently and allow it to warm. Add salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
    Add the Parmesan Cheese
    1. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce. Stir continuously until the cheese melts completely and creates a smooth texture.
    Combine Pasta and Sauce
    1. Drain the cooked pasta and add it directly to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated.
    Garnish and Serve
    1. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the pasta. Serve immediately while hot and creamy for the best flavor and texture.

    Notes

    • Cook pasta until just tender.
    • Use fresh vegetables whenever possible.
    • Cut vegetables into similar sizes.
    • Grate Parmesan cheese fresh.
    • Stir the sauce frequently.
    • Add extra vegetables if desired.
    • Reserve some pasta water for thinner sauce.
    • Serve immediately after cooking.