Pasta Spirals with Sauteed Vegetables, Olives and Smoked Mozzarella

By cirql8or

Copyright, 2006, Robin Miller, All rights reserved

Ingredients

• 16 ounces rotelle or fusilli pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 scallions, chopped (green and white parts)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 to 3 carrots, chopped
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• Salt and ground black pepper
• 1 cup reduced-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups snow peas, ends trimmed
• 1 cup Sauteed Wild Mushrooms, recipe follows
• 1/2 cup Greek olives
• 1/2 cup cubed smoked mozzarella cheese

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from foodnetwork.com

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add scallions and garlic and saute 1 minute. Add carrots and broccoli and saute 5 minutes, until vegetables are tender. Add 1/2 teaspoon each salt and black pepper and stir to coat. Add broth, tomatoes, snow peas, and mushrooms and bring to a simmer. Pour sauce over cooked pasta and toss to combine. Top with olives and smoked mozzarella cheese just before serving.