Pasta and Vegetables

Pasta and Vegetables

Course :	Pasta
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	4

Ingredients:

1	cup	part skim milk ricotta
2	cups	broccoli florets
1/2	cup	grated mozzarella
1	cup	onions
1/2	cup	grated romano cheese
3	medium	carrots sliced
3	large	egg whites -- (optional)
2	pieces	celery stalks sliced
1/2	teaspoon	dried thyme
1/2	pound	spaghetti
1/2	teaspoon	dried oregano
1	tablespoons	vegetable oil
1/8	teaspoon	garlic powder
1	cup	diced fresh tomatoes
1/4	teaspoon	salt
1/8	teaspoon	pepper
1/2	cup	chopped fresh parsley

Preparation:

Combine Cheeses, Egg Whites, Thyme, Oregano, Garlic Powder, Salt and Pepper in Medium Bowl. Set Aside.Steam Broccoli, Onions, Carrots and Celery Until Broccoli Is Crisp-Tender, About 5 Min. Add Pasta and Oil To Large Pot Of Boiling Water and Cook Until Pasta Is Just Tender But Still Firm To Bite, About 5 Min. Drain. Return To Pot. Add Steamed Vegetables and Toss. Add Cheese Mixture and Toss. Transfer To Serving Bowl. Spoon Tomatoes in Center Of Pasta. Garnish Edges With Parsley.