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Cheesy Vegetables Pasta

Cheesy Vegetables Pasta

A creamy and comforting pasta dish featuring penne coated in a rich cheese sauce and tossed with sautéed or roasted vegetables like zucchini and colorful bell peppers. This quick, flavorful recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy family meals.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F if roasting vegetables. Otherwise, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook the penne pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté zucchini and bell peppers until tender and slightly golden. Set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to make a roux.
  5. Gradually add milk while whisking until the sauce thickens.
  6. Stir in garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then mix in mozzarella and parmesan until melted and smooth.
  7. Add the cooked pasta and sautéed vegetables into the sauce. Toss to coat everything evenly over low heat.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated cheese for best melt and flavor.
  • Don’t overcook the pasta so it stays firm in the sauce.
  • Roast the vegetables for extra flavor depth.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Fusion
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 430mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

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