Description
Delectable Halloween Pasta is a festive and visually stunning dish that combines rich flavors and vibrant colors to create the perfect centerpiece for your Halloween gatherings. With a creamy sauce, seasonal vegetables, and al dente pasta, this dish tantalizes taste buds while capturing the essence of autumn celebrations. Easy to prepare, it promises a delightful dining experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for one minute until fragrant.
- 3. Add bell peppers and zucchini; cook until tender yet crisp.
- 4. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for about five minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- 5. Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with sauce and vegetables until well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 6. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg