Pasta Primavera
This veggie-packed pasta is a classic for a reason. Simple to make and adaptable to what you have on hand, it’s the perfect dish to make in the spring or summer to celebrate fresh flavors and produce.
Looking to switch up the veggies? No prob! This dish is incredibly versatile to whatever roasted veggies you have on hand: broccoli, cherry tomatoes and zucchini would all be great swaps.
Can I add any meat?
Absolutely! If you’re looking for a protein boost, chicken breasts or shrimp would be excellent additions.
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YIELDS:2
COOK TIME:50 mins
TOTAL TIME:1 hr
Ingredients
1/2 (8.8-oz) bag pappardelle
1 (8 to 9-oz) bunch red radishes, with tops
1 medium leek
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more as needed
2 oz. maitake mushrooms, torn into bite-sized pieces
4 oz. (about 1 heaping cup) sugar snap peas, trimmed and cut into thirds on the bias
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/4 c. white wine
3/4 c. heavy cream or half & half
1/2 c. freshly grated parmesan, plus more for serving
Freshly ground black pepper
Lemon zest, for serving
Directions
Step 1
Boil pappardelle in salted water according to directions on the bag, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
Step 2
Meanwhile, prep vegetables: separate radish tops from radishes and rinse and dry both. Quarter radishes, and roughly chop their greens. Transfer each to separate bowls. Halve leek lengthwise and rinse thoroughly. Remove the root and slice into ¼” pieces, keeping dark green parts separate from light green and white parts.
Step 3
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add radishes and shake the pan so that all radishes are cut-side down. Cook undisturbed for 3 minutes, or until undersides are golden. Stir, and cook 3 minutes more, stirring occasionally. Transfer radishes to a medium bowl, add more oil if necessary, and add mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are golden and tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer mushrooms to bowl with radishes.
Step 4
Return the skillet to medium heat and add the remaining oil. Add dark green leeks and cook for 2 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender. Add light green leeks and snap peas, season with salt, and cook 2 minutes more. Add garlic and radish greens and cook 1 minute more, until garlic is fragrant and greens are wilted.
Step 5
Add radishes and mushrooms back to the skillet, stir to combine, then add wine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the wine has evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes. Add cream, bring up to a simmer, and cook until thickened slightly, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Remove from heat, add pasta, toss, then add parmesan and toss gently until everything is well combined and the cheese is melted. If the sauce is too thick, add pasta water little by little, stirring after each addition, until the sauce is smooth and velvety.
Step 6
Once plated, zest the pasta with lemon and season with black pepper. Serve with additional parmesan on the side.