Creamy pasta with vegetables and cheese that packs a small punch
Ingredients
2 Cups broccoli
1 1/2 Cups carrots
1 1/2 Cups cauliflower
1/2 Cups onion (diced)
1 green pepper (diced)
4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
1 Cup cream (or soy cream)
2 Cups grated fresh parmesan cheese
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp basil
1 chili pepper (minced)
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
3 tbsp olive oil
300 g your favourite pasta
Preparation
Cook and drain pasta, then set aside in cold water.
Cut and break-up broccoli and cauliflower into bite-sized chunks and place in large mixing bowl.
Thinly slice carrots and add to mixing bowl along with green pepper, onion, chili pepper and garlic.
Heat oil in a large skillet and sauté contents from mixing bowl over medium-high heat for a few minutes until onions are tender.
Add oregano, basil and black pepper, continue to stir fry until veggies just begin to brown.
Drain pasta and add to skillet, stir frying for another minute.
Transfer everything in the skillet back into the pasta pot along with cream and salt, place on medium heat.
Stir in cheese and mix until melted.
Serves 4 by itself, or 6 with side dishes.
Mild spice can be increased by adding more chili peppers.
For a vegan option, use soy or coconut cream, and substitute the parmesan with 1 tbsp nutritional yeast, 1 tsp powdered veggie chicken broth, and 1/2 tsp salt.