Shelly's Recipe

MUSHROOMS AND PASTA IN GARLIC PARMESAN SAUCE

Category: Pasta

16 oz rotelle pasta, cooked al dente and drained
1 tbsp minced garlic
2 tbsp butter
5 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 13 3/4 oz can chicken broth
2 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
2 cups zucchini, cut in 1 1/4 inch pieces
1 1/2 cups cooked ham, cut into strips
1 cup cherry tomato halves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese


While pasta is cooking, saute garlic and butter until garlic is softened. 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 and toss gently. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serves 4-6