Creamy Pasta Primavera

recipe

• Step 1
  Wash & cut the zucchini into half moons.
• Step 2
  Wash & cut the bell pepper into thin 2-inch strips.
• Step 3
  Wash & cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces.
• Step 4
  Peel the garlic & set aside.
• Step 5
  In a pot of salted, boiling water, add the pasta. Cook according to package directions, until al dente.
• Step 6
  Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a frying pan on medium heat. Add the vegetables. Season with salt & pepper. Grate the garlic into the pan. Stir & cook until the veggies begin to slightly brown & soften, about 7-8 min.
• Step 7
  Before straining the pasta, reserve about 1/4 cup of pasta water per serving. Then strain & set aside.
• Step 8
  Add the pasta water to the pan with the vegetables. Let the vegetables cook for another 1-2 min, then add the pasta. Zest the lemon into the pan if desired.
• Step 9
  Add the heavy cream to the pan. Lower the heat to a simmer. Stir & cook for 3-4 min, or until the cream has thickened.
• Step 10
  Add the butter & parmesan cheese. Stir & remove from the heat.
• Step 11
  Serve with a lemon wedge & additional grated cheese if desired. Enjoy!