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Rotelle Primavera Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1 lb asparagus spears, cut into 2 inch pieces .
  • 12 oz whole wheat spiral pasta (rotelle pasta) or rotini pasta .
  • 2 tbsps pesto sauce .
  • salt & pepper .
  • 1 (15 1/2 oz) can cannellini beans, drained & rinsed .
  • 2 minced garlic cloves .
  • 2 tbsps olive oil .
  • 1 (13 3/4 oz) can water-packed artichoke hearts, drained & quartered .
  • 3 tbsps grated parmesan cheese .
  • 1 c shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions
  • Step #1 Cook pasta according to instructions.
  • Step #2 Drain & set aside.
  • Step #3 While pasta cooks, bring a second pot of water to a boil.
  • Step #4 Fill a large bowl with cold water; set aside.
  • Step #5 Blanch asparagus in boiling water for 3 mins.
  • Step #6 Remove & dunk in cold water.
  • Step #7 Heat olive oil & pesto In a large-ish skillet over med-heat/flame.
  • Step #8 Add garlic; saute for 30 seconds or until golden.
  • Step #9 Add beans & cook 5 mins longer.
  • Step #10 Squeeze excess liquid from artichokes & add to the skillet, along with the asparagus.
  • Step #11 Cook 3-4 mins or until heated through.
  • Step #12 Toss pasta & vegetables with cheese In a large-ish bowl.
  • Step #13 Spice up with salt & pepper.
  • Enjoy the Rotelle Primavera recipe

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