Penne Primavera

Penne Primavera By Chef Antonio Cecconi

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients: 8 ounces Dreamfields� Penne Rigate 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup red onion, chopped 1/2 cup broccoli florets, chopped 1/2 cup carrot, chopped 1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped 1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, coarsely chopped 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat and saut� onion, broccoli, carrots, bell pepper and basil until soft, about 5 minutes.

Add spinach, garlic salt, hot pepper flakes and marinara sauce; reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes. Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain well.

Toss pasta with sauce mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Recipe Nutrient Analysis: (6 servings)

Nutrient Single Serving Calories (kcal) 226 Protein (g) 10 Carbohydrates (g) 15 Fat (g) 7 Saturated Fat (g) 2 Cholesterol (mg) 2 Sodium (mg) 505 Total Dietary Fiber (g)* 6

Comments: This can be a satisfying vegetarian meal in itself. You can add cubed chicken or shrimp for a complete meal. Substitute in-season vegetables, dial up or minimize the heat by controlling the amount of red pepper flakes. http://www.dreamfieldsfoods.com/penne-primavera.html

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