Japanese Style Pasta Primavera

• extra virgin olive oil↗2 ounces
• chopped garlic1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• chopped shallots1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• ground ginger↗1 tablespoon
• chopped mixed fresh herbs (basil, tarragon, thyme)2 tablespoons
• fresh lemon juice↗
• soy sauce (or shoyu)↗2 teaspoons
• sliced mixed mushrooms (shitake, oyster, etc)4 cups
• julienned seasonal vegetables (red bell pepper, asparagus, zucchini, sweet onion, broccoli)4 cups
• pasta, al dente (spirelli or ziti)↗1⁄2 lb

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Saute in a large skillet the first five ingredients until garlic starts to brown.

2. 2

   Add mixed mushrooms and julienned vegetables.

3. 3

   Add salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Saute until vegetables are al dente.

5. 5

   Add al dente pasta and toss.

6. 6

   After pasta has heated add in 2 tsp soy sauce and a touch of lemon juice.

7. 7

   Toss and serve in a bowl.