Pasta Primavera

By Peggie

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb (250g) linguine
• 4 cups assorted cut up vegetables, such as brocoli, carrots, bell peppers
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream (35%)
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 1/2 tsp Dill Weed
• 1 tsp dehydrated minced onion
• 1 tsp dehydrated minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp coarse ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp thyme
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 cups cooked cubbed chicken or 1 lb (500g) cooked shrimp thawed
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Details

Servings 8
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta in a large saucepan as directed on package, adding vegetables during the last 3 to 4 minutes of cooking. Drain well. Set aside.

In same saucepan, combine cream, broth, butter, salt & spices. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low, simmer 5 minutes. Add chicken or shrimp. Simmer 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Add cooked pasta and vegetables; toss gently to coat well.

Serve immediately topped with Parmesan cheese.