1/3 c freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
1 clv garlic, minced
2 T chopped fresh basil, or 2 tsp. dried
2 T chopped fresh parsley, or 2 tsp. dried
1/2 t salt
12 oz fusilli, linguini or spaghetti
2 c broccoli florets
2 c sliced zucchini
1 c green beans, trimmed
1 c peas
1/4 c chopped green onions
2 T butter
freshly ground black pepper to taste
tomato slices for garnish
Great Green Vegetable Pasta Directions
Stir together the cottage or ricotta cheese, milk, 1/3 c. Parmesan, garlic, basil, parsley and salt in a bowl and set aside. Or for a smooth texture, puree in blender. Meanwhile bring a large pot of water to a boil and start cooking pasta according to package directions. Stir in broccoli 6 minutes before pasta is done; boil 3 minutes. Stir in zucchini and green beans; boil 2 minutes. Stir in peas and green onions; boil 1 minute. Remove from heat, drain well and return pasta and vegetable to pot. Toss butter with pasta mixture until melted. Add cottage cheese mixture; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately sprinkled with freshly ground black pepper and freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste and garnished with tomato slices.