Whole Grain Penne with Fresh Vegetables

I just love asparagus! I am taking advantage of them now that they are in season. I found this recipe on the back of Barilla pasta box. Its a perfect dinner to fix for the summer.

1 box of Barilla Whole Grain Penne

2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

1 clove garlic

1 small white onion, finely chopped

1 (1 cup) yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced

1 small (2cups) zucchini, diced

1 small (2 cups) yellow squash, diced

1 bunch asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 pint (2cups) cherry tomatoes, halved

salt and black pepper, to taste

4 fresh basil leafs, torn

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, HEAT olive oil in a large skillet. Using the side of a knife, gently press and peel the garlic and saute in skillet for 1 minute, until slightly brown.
• ADD bell pepper, zucchini, yellow squash and asparagus and saute until heated but not completely cooked.
• ADD tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and saute for 2 additional minutes.
• DRAIN pasta and toss with sauce and basil.