Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 lb

farfalle pasta

cooked and drained

2 tbsp

butter

1 unit

red onion

thinly sliced

1 unit

red bell pepper

cut into 2-inch pieces (matchsticks)

1 unit

orange bell pepper

cut into 2-inch pieces (matchsticks)

2 unit

carrots

cut into 2-inch pieces (matchsticks)

0.5 cup

grape tomatoes

cut in half

5 clove

garlic

smashed

1 bunch

asparagus

cut into 2-inch pieces

0.25 cup

olive oil

1 tbsp

Italian herb seasoning

dried

2 tsp

salt

2 tsp

pepper

0.5 cup

parmesan cheese

shredded

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

Step 2
~3 min

Combine all vegetables (red onion, red bell pepper, orange bell pepper, carrots, grape tomatoes, garlic, asparagus) on a cookie sheet.

Step 3
~3 min

Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.

Step 4
~3 min

Toss vegetables until well coated.

Step 5
~3 min

Divide vegetables between two cookie sheets, spreading into an even layer.

Step 6
~3 min

Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Step 7
~3 min

Cook farfalle pasta according to package directions, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 8
~3 min

Toss hot pasta with butter.

Step 9
~3 min

Add roasted vegetables to the pasta.

Step 10
~3 min

If needed, add reserved pasta water to combine ingredients.

Step 11
~3 min

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Step 12
~3 min

Add more salt and pepper to taste.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other vegetables like zucchini, yellow squash, or mushrooms.

Use fresh herbs for a more vibrant flavor.

Adjust the amount of Parmesan cheese to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Vegetables can be roasted ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of crusty bread.

Pairs well with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caprese salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A celebration of spring vegetables.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Spring holidays
Easter

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal
Spring celebration

Popularity Score

65/100

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