Fetuccine primavera with toasted almonds

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsBroccoli florets
2cupsCauliflower florets
1cupAsparagus or green bean
Pieces
1poundsFresh fettuccine
¼cupOlive oil (less)
1Onion, chopped
1Carrot, chopped
1smallSweet red pepper -- chopped
4Cloves garlic chopped
½cupVegtable stock or water
2tablespoonsChopped fresh basil (or
Dried)
¼teaspoonPepper
½cupParmesean cheese
½cupToasted silvered almonds

Directions

Steam broccoli, cauliflower and asparagus for 5-8 minutes or until tender-crisp. Meanwhile in large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook fresh fettuccine for 5 - 7 minutes, (if using dried 12 - 15 minutes) or until tender but firm. Drain well.

Meanwhile, in large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown. Add carrot, red pepper and garlic; saute for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp. Add to drained pasta along with broccoli mixture, stock, basil and pepper. Toss with Parmesean. Arrange on serving platter, sprinkle with almonds. Recipe By : mcrae@... (Valerie McRae)