Pasta & Vegetables with Cilantro Sauce

• 3/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing, divided
• 1 large bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
• 1 cup PLANTERS Slivered Almonds
• 1 jalapeno pepper, stemmed
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 pkg. (16 oz.) farfalle (bow-tie pasta)
• 6 carrots (1-1/2 lb.), thinly sliced
• 1 lb. fresh asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 2-inch lengths
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 1 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
• 1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

1. Blend 1/2 cup dressing, cilantro, nuts, pepper and garlic in blender until smooth.
2. Cook pasta as directed on package.
3. Meanwhile, heat remaining dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat.
4. Add carrots, asparagus and onions; cook 8 min.
5. or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
6. Drain pasta; place in large bowl.
7. Stir in mozzarella, dressing mixture and vegetable mixture.
8. Sprinkle with Parmesan.

italian dressing, fresh cilantro, pepper, garlic, pasta, carrots, fresh asparagus spears, red onion, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese

Taken from www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/pasta-vegetables-cilantro-sauce-113081.aspx (may not work)