BOW TIE PASTA WITH ARTICHOKES AND MUSHROOMS

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Make and share this Bow Tie Pasta With Artichokes and Mushrooms recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 -12 ounces bow tie pasta
8 ounces white mushrooms, cleaned and quartered
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained (reserve liquid)
8 ounces soft low-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
fresh ground pepper, to taste
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup toasted wheat germ
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to the package directions; cook until al dente.
  • Spray a large skillet with cooking oil spray and heat skillet over high heat.
  • Add 1/4 cup water and mushrooms; "sweat" the mushrooms by covering skillet for 2-3 minutes, or until mushrooms are slightly wilted.
  • Add in the artichoke hearts; continue to cook, uncovered, for about 3 minutes or until most of the liquid is gone.
  • Cut the cream cheese into several pieces; add to the skillet with 1 cup water or the reserved liquid from the canned artichokes plus enough water to make 1 cup.
  • Using a wooden spoon, gently stir and smooth the sauce while if comes to a simmer.
  • Add in the lemon juice and pepper; add more water if needed to bring sauce to a medium consistency; also may add salt to taste.
  • Drain pasta when it is done.
  • Add pasta and sauce to a serving bowl; mix well.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, wheat germ, and parsley.
  • Serve right away.

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