Parmesan Pasta and Veggies

• 1 pound Penne Pasta
• 1/4 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, Minced
• 1 Tablespoon Dried Italian Seasoning (basil, Oregano, Parsley)
• 2 cups Broccoli, Fresh Or Frozen
• 2 cups Bell Pepper Strips (fresh Or Frozen)
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1 whole Lemon, Zest And Juice
• 1 cup Frozen Peas
• Salt And Pepper, to taste

1. Cook the pasta according to box directions, reserving one cup of the cooking water before draining.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the garlic in the olive oil and Italian seasoning for 2-3 minutes until the garlic is tender.
3. After the garlic is tender add the broccoli and bell peppers to the pan and cook for 5-10 minutes until cooked through.
4. When the veggies are done stir in the drained pasta.
5. Add the Parmesan cheese, reserved cooking water, lemon juice and zest, and salt and pepper.
6. Stir until everything is combined.
7. Finally stir in the frozen peas and cook for a few more minutes until the cheese is melted, the peas are warm, and everything is well combined.
8. Serve the pasta, topping with extra cheese if desired.

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Taken from tastykitchen.com/recipes/main-courses/parmesan-pasta-and-veggies/ (may not work)