Page 102 - Celebrating 10 Years Veggie Van Recipe Book

RECIPES FROM OUR COMMUNITY/RECETAS DE NUESTRA COMUNIDAD
Pasta with Veggies
& Meat from Cecilia
For the past year and a half, Cecilia has
been part of the Veggie Van program,
which delivers fresh produce and a
sense of home each week. The recipe
she shared is a cherished family
tradition—flexible, flavorful, and
full of heart. “It’s a mix of everything
you like,” she says, emphasizing the
joy of cooking without strict rules,
guided instead by taste and memory.
To Cecilia, this dish is more than just a
meal; it’s a link to her heritage and a way
to stay healthy. The weekly arrival of
her favorite vegetables brings comfort
and connection, reminding her of the
flavors she grew up with. She dedicates
the recipe to anyone who wants to try it,
offering just one word of advice: “Enjoy.”
Ingredients
•
Olive oil
•
Meat of choice
•
Pasta of choice
•
•
Vegetables of choice
Broth (chicken, beef or vegetable)
or water/broth combination
•
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1. 2. 3. In a large pot, heat oil, add
meat of choice and cook until
browned (about 5 minutes).
Add pasta, salt, pepper, and liquid.
Bring to a boil and gently level
the pasta to mostly submerge.
Cover and cook on low for 10-
12 minutes. When pasta is al
dente, add vegetables of choice.
Stir, cover, turn off heat, and
let steam for 5 minutes.
102 | VEGGIE VAN | 10TH ANNIVERSARY COOKBOOK
102 | VEGGIE VAN | 10TH ANNIVERSARY COOKBOOK