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REI - CC - Pasta Primavera

14 Servings
20 Ingredients
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Ingredients

Makes 14 servings
  • Tomato 2.3 whole
  • Basil, Fresh 1.0 ounce(s)
  • Glaze, Balsamic 8oz 1.0 bottle(s)
  • Oil, Olive 12oz refillable bottle 1.0 bottle(s)
  • Pasta, Farfalle 10.8 cup(s)
  • Butter, Spreadable 8oz 1.0 package(s)
  • Garlic, Head 0.5 whole
  • Broccoli Cauliflower Medley 2.0 bag(s)
  • Bell Pepper, Red 2.8 whole
  • Squash, Yellow 2.0 whole
  • Chicken, Pre-cooked Strips 16oz 1.4 package(s)
  • Lemon 1.2 piece(s)
  • Cheese, Parmesan Shaved 2.8 cup(s)
  • Greens, Mixed 16oz Clamshell 1.8 package(s)
  • Dressing, Italian, Bottle 1.2 bottle(s)
  • Croutons, Italian 5oz bag 1.8 bag(s)
  • Pie, Key Lime Frozen 1.4 whole
  • Bread, Baguette Ciabatta 6.2oz 2.8 package(s)
  • Cheese, Mozzarella Fresh 16oz 2.0 package(s)
  • Tomatoes, Cherry 10oz 2.0 package(s)

Dietary Restrictions

Wheat / Gluten Poultry Dairy Soy

Recipe Instructions

>Appetizer: Make the bruschetta: slice tomatoes and bread, top bread with slice of fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil (save 1/2 the basil for the pasta). Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze
>Pasta Primavera: Chop garlic, broccoli, cauliflower, squash, and tomatoes; cut lemons into wedges
>Heat pot over high heat; add water and and a pinch of salt and bring to a boil; add pasta
>Heat skillet over medium-high heat; add butter and a drizzle of olive oil; add the vegetables and garlic and sauté, stirring often, for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp
>Add chicken (or cook separately from veggies) and cook until browned and tender
>Squeeze lemons into vegetable mix and add basil
>Cook pasta al dente; before draining, add a splash of the pasta water (4-6 tablespoons) to the veggie skillet; drain the pasta, add it to the pan; toss; add chicken and toss
>Just prior to serving, add another drizzle of olive oil and stir in parmesan cheese
>Salad: Add salad greens, croutons, and dressing to a large bowl; toss and garnish with parmesan cheese