Mixed Herbs 20g

🍝 Creamy Mixed Herb Pasta Primavera 🌿

🌟 Why This Recipe Wins

✅ Balances all herbs in commercial mixed blends (typically thyme, oregano, marjoram, rosemary)
✅ 15-minute pantry-friendly meal
✅ Vegetarian adaptable to vegan/meat versions
✅ Kids love it (herbs mellow in cream sauce)

📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)

The Herb Power Trio

• 2 tbsp dried mixed herbs (key flavor backbone)

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley (for brightness)

• 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional heat)

Sauce Base

• 3 tbsp butter

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup pasta water

• 1 cup grated parmesan

Vegetable Mix

• 12 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)

• 2 cups seasonal veggies (zucchini, peas, cherry tomatoes)

👩‍🍳 Pro Technique

1️⃣ Bloom Herbs:

• Melt butter, sauté garlic + mixed herbs 1 min (awakens oils)

2️⃣ Build Sauce:

• Add cream, simmer 3 mins

• Stir in parmesan until melted

3️⃣ Combine:

• Toss with al dente pasta + veggies

• Use pasta water to adjust consistency

🍽️ Serving Ritual

• Garnish: Extra parmesan + herb sprinkle

• Pair With: Garlic bread + crisp white wine

• Time Saver: Use frozen veggie mix

🌍 Global Mix Adaptations

📊 Why Pre-Mixed Beats Single Herbs