Sunday, November 13, 2011

EAST WIND -SUN & CLOUDS - Pasta Primavera



The tide is good for swimming today. The wind is blowing on-shore from the East. No rain today. Come early and beat the crowds.




Pasta Primavera


 


Farfalle (bowtie pasta) – 1 lb


Zucchini, 2 medium – chopped asymmetrically


Carrots, 3 medium – chopped asymmetrically


Onion, - chopped


Bell pepper, green – chopped


Bell pepper red – chopped


Broccoli florets, 1 cup


Cherry tomatoes, 1 doz. - cut in halves


Asiago cheese – grated


Olive oil ¼ cup


Kosher salt


Black pepper


Oregano, dry leaves, I handful – broken


Basil Fresh leaves – 1 handful – torn


Chili Stuff Chili Mix – 2 tsp


Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water for about 8 minutes or until al-dente.


Drain.


Steam the vegetables so the carrots become tender and the greens stay bright.


Use a large deep pan at medium heat. Add olive oil until hot. Mix together in the pan the pasta, oregano, basil, and chili mix


Use a large heated bowl and mix the seasoned pasta and steamed vegetables together.


Now mix in the tomatoes. Sprinkle with some fresh pepper and kosher salt.


Serve immediately with grated Asiago on top

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