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Pasta Primavera with Caramelized Onions

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From: National Onion Association

Quick Facts

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 min.
Cook Time: 50 min.
Total: 1 hr. 10 min.

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Gently sautéed summer vegetables are tossed with bright pesto and penne pasta.

Ingredients

  • 2 large onions, sliced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 large zucchini, sliced
  • 3 Tbs olive oil
  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 8 oz container basil pesto sauce
  • 1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend

Directions

  • In a large skillet, caramelize the onions by cooking on medium-low heat in 2 tablespoons of olive oil for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden.
  • Add red and green bell peppers, zucchini, and 1 tablespoons of olive oil to the onions. Continue to sauté 8 to 10 minutes, until the peppers and zucchini are tender.
  • Meanwhile, cook penne pasta in boiling water for 10 minutes or until tender; drain.
  • Return hot pasta to pan; add vegetables and basil pesto sauce. Gently toss ingredients together to coat. Heat through for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Lightly mix in shredded cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 548
  Calories from Fat 295 (54%)
(51%)Total Fat 33g
(51%)Saturated Fat 10g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
(12%)Cholesterol 37mg
(22%)Sodium 539mg
(18%)Potassium 626mg
Total Carbohydrate 43g
(19%)Dietary Fiber 5g
Sugars 6g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
(45%)Protein 22g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Nutrition facts are calculated by a food expert using nutritional values provided by the USDA for common products used as recipe ingredients. Actual nutritional values may differ depending on the amounts or products used and can be affected by cooking methods.

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