Pasta With Carrots, Sage, and Scallions

Per serving

307.5kcal
11.5гProteins
Fats
49.4гCarbs

I adapted this from an old Vegetarian Times cookbook. It's a big hit with my carrot-loving hubby -- I think we eat this at least once a week! The original recipe called for farfalle/bow tie pasta, but it really works with any shape. You can adjust the amount of sage according to how big the leaves are -- what you are going for is a nice handful. Whatever you do, please do not try to sub dried sage, it won't work! You can, however, use whatever type of hard grating cheese you have handy -- I have used Parmesan, Asiago, and Pecorino Romano, all with good results. (The original recipe called for Monterey Jack, but I thought that was just weird...) Anyway, hope you enjoy this as much as I do!

Ingredients

4 serv.
  • whole wheat pasta8 ounces
  • extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon
  • large carrots, julienned3
  • scallions, thinly sliced3
  • large fresh sage leaves, cut into thin strips12 -15
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • butter1 tablespoon
  • fresh lemon juice1 1⁄2 tablespoons
  • parmesan cheese, grated1⁄4 cup

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a big pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. When it's done, drain and put back in the pot to keep warm.

  2. 2

    While the pasta cooks, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the carrots and cook, stirring frequently, until they are lightly browned, about 5 minutes (more or less depending on how thinly they are cut). Add the scallions and sage to the pan and stir around for a couple minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. If the pasta is still cooking, set the skillet off to the side and keep warm.

  3. 3

    Add the butter and lemon juice to the drained pasta and stir until the butter is melted and everything is combined well. Divide the pasta among 4 serving plates and top with the carrot mixture. Serve garnished with the cheese.

Source: food.com
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