Main Dishes
Pasta Primavera

Pasta Primavera Alfredo

Makes 6 servings.
Per serving: 473 calories, 4 g fiber, 25 g protein, 77 g carbohydrate, 7 g fat, 14 mg cholesterol, 3 g saturated fat, 462 mg sodium

“Primavera” actually refers to the “first green” of spring, meaning those first tender young spring vegetables to appear after a long winter without anything fresh and green. Thanks to modern technology, we can now enjoy flavorful “first greens” at any time of year. And thanks to fat-free dairy products, you can enjoy this creamy dish without guilt. This one-dish dinner requires just 6 ingredients!

INGREDIENTS:

12 oz package rotini or other medium-size dry pasta

1 bag (16 oz) pre-washed broccoli, baby carrots, and cauliflower florets cut into bite-size pieces (about 4 cups)

1 cup fat-free sour cream

1/4 cup fat-free cream cheese, at room temperature

2 Tbsp dried basil

2/3 cup Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS:

1.  Cook pasta per package directions. Do not add salt or oil. During last 5 minutes of cooking time, add the vegetables, and cook until tender. Drain in a colander. Put the pasta and vegetables in a large bowl.
2.  Place sour cream, cream cheese, and basil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and mix, whisking constantly, until heated through but not bubbling.
3.  Stir the sauce into the hot pasta and vegetables, then add in the Parmesan.

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