How to Make Veggie Penne Alfredo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Craving a delicious and comforting meal that's packed with veggies and creamy goodness? Look no further than this Veggie Penne Alfredo recipe! This dish is perfect for those cozy nights in, or when you want to impress your family and friends with a homemade meal that's both nutritious and indulgent.

Using penne pasta as the base, this recipe takes a classic alfredo sauce and adds a healthy dose of vegetables to create a dish that's satisfying and wholesome. The combination of tender pasta...

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Ingredients

  • ½ (16 ounce) package whole wheat penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini, halved and sliced
  • 1 medium yellow squash, halved and sliced
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas
  • 1 tablespoon dried dill weed
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 16 ounces cold heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a nonstick wok. Add garlic and saute for 15 seconds. Add zucchini, squash, snap peas, dill, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Saute, stirring constantly, for 10 minutes. Stir cooked pasta into veggie mixture.
  • Bring heavy cream to a light boil over medium-high heat in a saucepan. Add Parmesan cheese once cream begins to thicken (usually right after it begins to boil); stir constantly just until cheese has melted, making sure not to overcook as it will be lumpy. Stir sauce into veggie-pasta mixture to coat. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    698 cal.

    • Total Fat: 56g
    • Saturated Fat: 31g
    • Cholesterol: 173mg
    • Sodium: 953mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 362mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 463mg