Penne with Mushrooms, Peas & Cherry Tomatoes
By Theresa Greco
Loaded with veggies, this pasta dish is a healthy meal that is ready in minutes.
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Dinner
INGREDIENTS
- Cherry tomatoes
- cremini mushrooms
- crushed red pepper
- Fresh basil
- frozen peas
- garlic cloves
- olive oil
- Parmesan Cheese
- penne pasta
DIRECTIONS
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Stir the penne into the boiling water. Cover the pot and return to boiling, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender but firm (al dente). Usually about 12 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil, crushed red pepper and garlic over medium heat. Cook until garlic becomes fragrant. Add mushrooms. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally about 5 minutes or until mushrooms are lightly browned. Add peas and 1/4 cup of pasta water
- When ready drain pasta and add to skillet with vegetables. Return skillet to low heat and add tomatoes and basil
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
