Broccoli and Zucchini Alfredo Pasta

Ingredients

• 4 cups medium shell whole wheat pasta (cook as directed, drain and set aside)
• 2 zucchini, chopped
• 2 cups fresh broccoli
• 1/2c onion, diced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• salt/pepper to taste
• Alfredo Sauce
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp whole wheat flour
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• salt/pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Combine olive oil, zucchini, broccoli, onion, garlic, and salt and pepper to saute pan.
2. Cook on medium until veggies are tender.
3. In a sauce pan melt butter.
4. Add flour and stir until thick paste forms.
5. Stir in cream and milk, whisking until thickened, about 5-8 minutes.
6. Once thickened add cheese, garlic, salt and pepper.
7. Stir until smooth (If you do not have heavy whipping cream you can use 2 cups milk).
8. Pour cheese sauce over broccoli mixture and mix well.
9. Simmer on low 10 minutes.
10. Add cooked pasta and stir to coat.