One Pot Pasta with Veggies

Here at SNAP4CT, we love one pot meals.  What's better than making a full dish and only having to wash one thing?  This pasta dish is quick and easy and is sure to be a family favorite.  Get creative and add any of your favorite vegetables.  Check out what's in season in CT for some ideas! 

Makes: 8 servings

Ingredients
1 lb whole wheat spaghetti
8 oz sliced mushrooms
1 bag (12-16 oz) frozen broccoli
2 small zucchini, slice into ¼ inch slices, then cut slices into quarters
⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
¼ cup heavy cream
2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 heaping tsp pre-minced garlic) 
1 tsp dry Italian seasoning
4 ½ cups water 
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Instructions
  1. In a large sauce pot, combine pasta, zucchini, broccoli, mushrooms, garlic, seasoning and water. 
  2. Bring to a boil, then let simmer uncovered until pasta is cooked and liquid is reduced (about 8-10 minutes). 
  3. Add in Parmesan and cream. 
​​Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1 cup
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Calories: 220
Total Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2.5g
Protein: 10g
Sodium: 80mg
Carbohydrates: 36g
Added Sugar: 0g
Fiber: 6g