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Are you in search of a delicious and wholesome meal that can brighten up your weeknights or impress your guests at a dinner party? Look no further than Creamy Garden Delight Pasta. This delightful dish combines the richness of a creamy sauce with the freshness of garden vegetables, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Creamy Pasta with Garden Veggies

Discover the irresistible flavors of Creamy Garden Delight Pasta, a wholesome dish perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. This recipe combines luscious cream sauce with colorful, fresh vegetables like zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and spinach, creating a vibrant and nutritious meal. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, it's versatile enough to adapt to seasonal produce. Indulge in a comforting dish that's as healthy as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
  

12 ounces of your favorite pasta (penne or fusilli recommended)

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 medium zucchini, diced into bite-sized pieces

1 yellow bell pepper, diced

1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend

Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until it reaches an al dente texture. Once cooked, drain the pasta, ensuring to reserve 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water for later use. Set the drained pasta aside.

    Sauté the Vegetables: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Next, add the diced zucchini and yellow bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for around 5 minutes or until the vegetables begin to soften and become tender.

      Incorporate Tomatoes and Spinach: Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet, along with the chopped spinach. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes, just until the spinach has wilted and the tomatoes start to soften.

        Prepare the Cream Sauce: Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and pour in the heavy cream. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, stirring everything together until well combined. Allow the cream to simmer for about 3-4 minutes until it thickens to your liking.

          Combine Pasta and Sauce: Gently fold the cooked pasta into the skillet with the vegetable and cream mixture. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and mix thoroughly, incorporating it into the sauce. If the sauce appears too thick, gradually add a splash of the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.

            Serve: Divide the creamy garden delight pasta among four plates. For a lovely finishing touch, garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Enjoy your delicious and colorful meal!

              Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4