Wheat Wonders: Scrumptious Whole Wheat Recipes for a Nourishing Meal

Title: Hearty Whole Wheat Vegetable Pasta

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces whole wheat pasta

• 2 cups assorted fresh vegetables (such as zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes)

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup marinara sauce

• 2 cups spinach leaves

• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

1. Cook the whole wheat pasta according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. While the pasta is cooking, chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 2 minutes, until it becomes fragrant.
4. Add the chopped vegetables to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until they have started to soften.
5. Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet, and stir to combine with the garlic and vegetables.
6. Add the spinach to the skillet, and stir until the spinach begins to wilt.
7. Stir in the dried oregano and basil. Season with more salt and pepper to taste.
8. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated in the sauce and vegetables are evenly distributed.
9. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the pasta, and toss once more.
10. Serve the Hearty Whole Wheat Vegetable Pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

This delicious, hearty pasta dish is a wonderful way to incorporate whole wheat and an array of fresh veggies into your meal. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a meatless Monday option!