One-Pot Pasta Primavera with Shrimp

Name: One-Pot Pasta Primavera with Shrimp
Prep time: 22 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 44 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 ounces short pasta, such as penne or fusilli; 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 2 1/2 teaspoons (or more) kosher salt; 3/4 teaspoon (or more) freshly ground black pepper; 1 (10-ounce) bag frozen broccoli florets; 6 ounces green beans, preferably haricots verts, trimmed; 8 ounces large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails left on; 1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half; 1 cup frozen green peas; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan, plus more for serving; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped basil; Red pepper flakes (for serving; optional)

Instructions

Prep:22minCook:22min

This lightning-fast version of the classic pasta recipe calls for just the right amount of water that magically cooks down to create a silky sauce (no draining necessary!). Bright green vegetables, cherry tomatoes, and plump shrimp round out this springy meal that can be enjoyed all year round.

Updated at: Wed, 18 Aug 2021 15:09:30 GMT