Veggie Skillet

Veggie Skillet

(from land O Lakes®)

20 MIN - PREP TIME; 30 MIN - TOTAL TIME; 5 SERVINGS

2 cups uncooked dried farfalle (bow tie) pasta

2 tablespoons Land O Lakes® Butter

1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic

2 medium (1 cup) zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

1 medium (1 cup) red onion, cut into thin wedges

1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves*

8 ounces (2 cups) Cheddar cheese, cubed 1/2-inch)

Salt, if desired

Pepper, if desired

*Substitute 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves

1.  Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.

2.  Melt butter in 10-inch skillet until sizzling; stir in garlic. Stir in all remaining ingredients except cheese. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisply tender.

3.  Stir in pasta. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir in cheese. Salt and pepper to taste.

Angela’s suggestions

Try using a smaller amount of olive oil, rather than butter.  Also, consider using a very sharp cheddar and reducing the overall amount of cheese.