Spring Primavera - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked fettuccine pasta or 8 ounces spaghetti
8 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 red bell pepper, cut into short thin strips (or any other color)
1 1/2 cups carrots, shredded
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated (optional)
salt and pepper

Preparation

Cook pasta as directed on package; drain.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add asparagus, pepper, carrots, garlic, and herb seasoning to oil; cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until tender-crisp.
Remove from heat; stir in pasta and cheese.
Serve hot.