Pesto Cavatappi Pasta

This pesto cavatappi pasta recipe is a delicious meal made with just 5 ingredients! This 15 minute recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight meal!

You'll need: cavatappi pasta, pasta water, mushrooms, diced tomatoes, prepared pesto, shredded Parmesan cheese, and salt.

In a large pot or dutch oven, bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, according to package directions. Reserve one cup of pasta water.

In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat for 30 seconds. Add mushrooms and cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until some of the moisture is released.

Add tomatoes and continue to cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated.

Combine pesto and 1/2 cup of the pasta water with the pasta, then add mushrooms and tomatoes. Add more pasta water if needed.

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve. Get the full recipe at iheartvegetables.com