HappyCook80's Recipe

Mushrooms and Pasta in Garlic Parmesan Sauce

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Mushrooms and Pasta in Garlic Parmesan Sauce

16 ounces rotelle pasta
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons butter
5 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 13 3/4 ounce can chicken broth
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups zucchini, cut in 1 × 1/4 inch pieces
1 1/2 cups cooked ham, cut in 1 1 /2 × 1/2 inch strips
1 cup cherry tomato halves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Cook pasta according to manufacturer's directions and drain and put in a large serving bowl.

Meanwhile, in a 12 × 8 × 2 inch microwaveable baking pan, place garlic and butter. Microwave on high until garlic is softened, about 2 minutes. Stir mushrooms into butter and microwave uncovered on high until mushrooms are nearly tender, about 8 minutes, stirring once.

In a cup combine chicken broth, cornstarch, salt and black pepper until smooth and stir into mushrooms. Microwave uncovered on high until hot, about 8 minutes, stirring once.

Add zucchini, ham and cherry tomatoes and microwave uncovered on high until mixture thickens and boils, about 9 minutes, stirring twice.

Stir in parmesan cheese; pour over reserved pasta and toss gently. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Yields 4 to 6 servings.