Pasta Primavera

Pasta Primavera A Classic and Vibrant Italian Dish History: Pasta Primavera, meaning "spring pasta" in Italian, is a dish that celebrates the fresh, vibrant flavors of seasonal vegetables. Although it has roots in Italian cuisine, the dish was popularized in North America in the 1970s, becoming a symbol of lighter, vegetable-focused pasta dishes that contrast with the heavier, meat-based Italian-American classics. Ingredients: 12 ounces pasta (such as penne, fusilli, or spaghetti) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup bell peppers, sliced 1 cup zucchini, sliced 1 cup broccoli florets 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped