Pasta Primavera

Directions

1. 1
   Snap off tough ends of asparagus.
2. 2
   Remove scales with vegetable peeler or knife.
3. 3
   Cut asparagus diagonally into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Place asparagus pieces and broccoli flowerets in a vegetable steamer over boiling water; cover and steam 6 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
4. 4
   Remove from heat; set aside.
5. 5
   Saute onion and garlic in oil in a large skillet until tender.
6. 6
   Add carrot and chopped peppers to onion mixture.
7. 7
   Saute until crisp-tender.
8. 8
   Remove from heat; drain.
9. 9
   Combine whipping cream, broth, green onions, basil and salt in a medium skillet.
10. 10
    Cover over medium-high heat; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
11. 11
    Cook linguine according to package directions.
12. 12
    Drain well.
13. 13
    Place in a large serving bowl.
14. 14
    Add reserved vegetables, whipping cream mixture and sliced mushrooms.
15. 15
    Toss gently.
16. 16
    Serve immediately.