Pasta Primavera
Al dente pasta in a luscious sauce that clings to every strand. Italian comfort food at its finest.
Ingredients
- •1 lb Pasta
- •1 tablespoon Salt
- •2 tablespoons Olive oil
- •4 cloves Garlic
- •0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- •4 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil for pasta. Cook until al dente, reserve 1 cup pasta water.
💡 Mise en place.
- 2
Slice all vegetables into uniform bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
💡 Proper temperature control is essential for achieving the right sear and texture.
- 3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
💡 Don't overcrowd.
- 4
Add harder vegetables first (broccoli, carrots), cook for 3 minutes.
💡 Simmer for flavor.
- 5
Add softer vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes). Cook for 3 more minutes.
💡 Fresh herbs brighten.
- 6
Add cooked pasta to vegetables with a splash of pasta water. Toss to combine.
💡 Taste and adjust salt last.