Pasta Primavera II

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Source: Southern Living

Serves 8 people

Categories: Main Dish, Pasta

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package linguine, broken in half
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3/4 lb broccoli, broken into flowerets
  • 1/2 lb asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen English peas, thawed and drained
  • 1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 small tomato, finely chopped
  • 1 small green bell peppers or 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated romano cheese
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. Cook linguine pieces according to package directions; drain, rinse in cold water, drain again.

  2. Place linguine in a big bowl; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon oil; set aside.

  3. Saute onions and garlic in 2 tablespoons olive oil until onion is crisp-tender; add to linguine.

  4. Arrange broccoli and asparagus in a steamer rack; place over boiling water; cover and steam 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender.

  5. Add vegetables and remaining ingredients to linguine; gently toss.

  6. Taste and adjust seasoning w/ salt and pepper, if needed.

  7. Cover and chill 3-4 hours before serving.

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