Pasta With Cheese Sauce And Vegetables Recipe
Ingredients
1/2 lb. fettuccine (preferably spinach pasta)
2 tsp. olive oil
3/4 cup sliced mushrooms
3/4 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced green pepper
3/4 tbsp. dry basil
1 tsp. dry oregano
1 1/4 cups 2 1/2 or skim milk
1 tbsp. cornstarch or arrowroot
1-2 tbsp. cold water
1/2 cup grated mild soft cheese (i.e., Monterey Jack, Havarti, brick, etc.)
Pepper to taste
2 tbsp. Parmesan
Paprika to taste
Directions
Cook in boiling water until al dente (firm to the bite).
Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, prepare sauce.
Heat in large skillet.
Add and saute just until vegetables are soft.
Remove from heat.
Set aside.
Heat in saucepan.
In a small cup, combine cornstarch and water until smooth.
Add to milk and stir until thickened.
Add to above and stir until smooth.
Add pasta and vegetables, then toss and serve.
Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, prepare sauce.
Heat in large skillet.
Add and saute just until vegetables are soft.
Remove from heat.
Set aside.
Heat in saucepan.
In a small cup, combine cornstarch and water until smooth.
Add to milk and stir until thickened.
Add to above and stir until smooth.
Add pasta and vegetables, then toss and serve.