Chef's Whim Pasta with Roasted Vegetables
Chef's Whim Pasta with Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients
For the Roasted Vegetables
- 2 bell peppers, any color, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 zucchini, medium, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch thick half-moons
- 1/2 red onion, medium, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
For the Pasta
- 12 ounces pasta, such as penne, rotini, or fusilli
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated, plus more for serving
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
In a large bowl, combine the bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to ensure all vegetables are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. Stir halfway through cooking.
⏱️ 25 min•🌡️ 400
- 4
While the vegetables are roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
⏱️ 10 min
- 5
Once the vegetables are roasted, transfer them to a large serving bowl or back into the pot used for pasta (if it's large enough). Add the cooked and drained pasta, vegetable broth, and grated Parmesan cheese.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Toss everything together gently. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water until it reaches your desired consistency.
⏱️ 3 min
- 7
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh chopped basil and serve immediately, with extra Parmesan cheese on the side.
⏱️ 2 min
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Chef's Whim Pasta with Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients
For the Roasted Vegetables
- 2 bell peppers, any color, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 zucchini, medium, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch thick half-moons
- 1/2 red onion, medium, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
For the Pasta
- 12 ounces pasta, such as penne, rotini, or fusilli
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated, plus more for serving
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
In a large bowl, combine the bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to ensure all vegetables are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. Stir halfway through cooking.
⏱️ 25 min•🌡️ 400 - 4
While the vegetables are roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
⏱️ 10 min - 5
Once the vegetables are roasted, transfer them to a large serving bowl or back into the pot used for pasta (if it's large enough). Add the cooked and drained pasta, vegetable broth, and grated Parmesan cheese.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Toss everything together gently. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water until it reaches your desired consistency.
⏱️ 3 min - 7
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh chopped basil and serve immediately, with extra Parmesan cheese on the side.
⏱️ 2 min