BOW TIE GARDEN PASTA

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Just-picked veggies, pleasing bow tie pasta and flavorful seasonings mix together to make a delicious dish. To top it off, Miriam Hershberger of Holmesville, Ohio says it's easy and fun to fix. "Our daughter likes to make the pasta on a regular basis," remarks Miriam.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup Italian salad dressing
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 cups quartered fresh mushrooms
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 cup fresh cauliflowerets
1 medium onion, julienned
1 small green pepper, julienned
1 small zucchini, sliced
1 yellow summer squash, sliced
3 carrots, julienned
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
4 cups cooked multicolor cheese-filled tortellini
2 cups cooked bow tie pasta

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first six ingredients; process on high until smooth. In a large skillet, saute the vegetables in 1/2 cup salad dressing mixture for 3 to 3-1/2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add pasta. Drizzle with remaining dressing; toss to coat. Serve warm or cold.

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