Best Skinny Brides Guide To Creamy Pasta Primavera Recipes

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CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA -- EASY!



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Thanks to Bert for the inspiration for this recipe, which is very easy to make if you need a quick meal. You can add any veggies you like to this dish.

Provided by Sackville

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

150 g pasta (penne works well)
2 large mushrooms, sliced
1 small zucchini, sliced
1/2 cup green peas
4 medium tomatoes, cored and chopped
1 spring onion, chopped
200 g ricotta cheese
1/8 cup milk
2 teaspoons hot sauce
2 tablespoons oil

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot of water to boiling and throw in the pasta.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a small sauce pan and put in the white part of the spring onion.
  • Fry for about 30 seconds and then add the tomatoes.
  • Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 10 minutes, adding a spoonful of water if the tomatoes get too dry, until you have a sauce.
  • While the tomatoes are simmering, you can lightly fry your veggies in the other tbsp of oil.
  • When the tomatoes have cooked down, add the ricotta, milk and hot sauce.
  • Blend with a hand blender to make the sauce smooth.
  • Drain the pasta and toss with the sauce.
  • Top with the veggies, green part of the spring onion and parmesan cheese if desired.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

SKINNY BRIDE'S GUIDE TO CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA



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I found this on Kraft Foods -- sometimes I add some shrimp if I am feeling like a splurge, or I sub tuna or turkey for the chicken breast if I want lower fat and higher protein.

Provided by SarahBeth

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 1 pasta dish, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups penne pasta, uncooked
2 tablespoons light Italian dressing
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 zucchini, cut into chunks
1 1/2 cups fresh asparagus, cut into one inch lengths
1 red pepper, chopped
1 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat dressing in large skillet on medium heat.
  • Add garlic, chicken and vegetables; cook 10 to 12 minutes or until chicken is cooked through, stirring frequently.
  • Add broth and cream cheese; cook 1 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring constantly.
  • Add Parmesan cheese; mix well.
  • Drain the pasta and return to pot.
  • Add chicken and vegetable mixture; toss lightly. Cook 1 minute or until heated through.
  • Sauce will thicken after standing.

LOW FAT CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Make and share this Low fat Creamy Pasta Primavera recipe from Food.com.

Provided by James Craig

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb fettuccine
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 carrots, scrubbed and diced
1 cup fresh broccoli
1 cup fresh peas
1 cup fresh green beans
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 cup low fat cottage cheese
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Saute garlic in oil, adding carrots and green vegetables.
  • Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Blend yogurt and cheese in blender until smooth.
  • Drain pasta.
  • Toss with remaining ingredients to sprinkle on top.
  • Serve hot with extra grated cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 70.8, Sodium 250.1, Carbohydrate 67.3, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 7.4, Protein 21.2

SHRIMP PASTA PRIMAVERA



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A special dinner for two. This a well-seasoned pasta dish that has lots of flavor, yet it is not going to wreck your budget. This comes from Taste of Home. Prep & Cook times are approximate.

Provided by keen5

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 fresh asparagus spears, cut into 2-inch pieces
12 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 small plum tomato, peeled,seeded and diced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the shrimp, asparagus and garlic in oil for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.
  • Add the mushrooms, broth, tomato, salt and pepper flakes; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes.
  • Drain pasta.
  • Add the pasta and seasonings to skillet; toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.5, Fat 32.4, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 53.9, Sodium 738.4, Carbohydrate 53.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 3.2, Protein 21.3

CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA



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When I think of springtime, asparagus comes to mind. This pasta dish is a wonderful blend of tender, crisp, colorful vegetables and a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked gemelli or spiral pasta
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 medium carrots, shredded
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute asparagus and carrots in oil until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the cheese, cream and pepper. Drain pasta; toss with asparagus mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY PASTA PRIMAVERA



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I dont know where I got this recipe, but this is how I always make my primavera. It is really easy. You can also add veggies and meats, like chicken or ham.

Provided by CrystalA

Categories     Penne

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces pasta
1/4 cup butter
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2-1 1/2 tablespoon flour
1 envelope vegetable soup mix
parmesan cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta.
  • Stir together milk, soup mix, salt n pepper.
  • Melt butter in pan and add flour.
  • Add soup mixture.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Then simmer for about 10 minutes or until veggies are cooked thru.
  • Toss with pasta.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 814, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 19.5, Cholesterol 87.2, Sodium 1569.6, Carbohydrate 106.8, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 23.6

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