Penne Primavera

== Description ==
This can be a satisfying vegetarian meal in itself. You can add cubed chicken or shrimp for a complete meal. Substitute in-season vegetables, dial up or minimize the heat by controlling the amount of red pepper flakes.
* By Chef Antonio Cecconi (Original recipe
* Contributed by Healthy Recipes For Diabetic Friends Y-Group
* Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes 
* Makes 6 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 8 ounces Dreamfield's® penne rigate
* 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
* ¼ cup red onion, chopped
* ½ cup broccoli florets, chopped
* ½ cup carrot, chopped
* ½ yellow bell pepper, chopped
* 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
* 1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
* ½ teaspoon garlic salt
* ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
* 1½ cups marinara sauce
* ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
== Directions ==
# Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat and sauté onion, broccoli, carrots, bell pepper and basil until soft, about 5 minutes.
# Add spinach, garlic salt, hot pepper flakes and marinara sauce; reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes.
# Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain well.
# Toss pasta with sauce mixture and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
== Nutritional information ==
Per serving :
* Calories 226kcal | Protein 10g | Carbohydrates 15g | Fat 7g | Saturated Fat 2g | Cholesterol 2mg | Sodium 505mg | Total Dietary Fiber 6g
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