Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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5
servings
1 cup

broccoli flowerets

0.5 cup

onion

chopped

1 cup

zucchini

sliced

0.75 cup

butter

0.5 cup

green peppers

diced

0.5 tsp

dried basil leaves

2 unit

tomatoes

cut into wedges

0.5 cup

mushrooms

sliced

12 unit

fettuccini noodles

1 unit

parmesan cheese

grated

Step 1
~3 min

Cook fettuccini noodles according to package directions and drain.

Step 2
~3 min

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Add broccoli flowerets, chopped onion, and sliced zucchini to the skillet.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Add diced green peppers and dried basil leaves to the skillet and stir.

Step 6
~3 min

Stir in tomato wedges and sliced mushrooms.

Step 7
~3 min

Cook for another 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes soften.

Step 8
~3 min

Toss the cooked vegetables with the drained fettuccini noodles.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Step 10
~3 min

Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh, seasonal vegetables for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the vegetables; they should be tender-crisp.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Vegetables can be prepped ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A celebration of springtime vegetables.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Spring holidays

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Lunch
Springtime meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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