Did Someone Say Fruit Snacks?

I had the pleasure of receiving a few samples of Welch's fruit snacks from 5W Publishing. Yes, I know fruit snacks are loved by kids all over but I'm one adult who loves tasty fruit snacks.

Welch's products have been apart of local stores for many years. The mixed fruit flavors are perfectly incorporated. Also, I have tried just about every flavor produced and of course I have my selected favorites. They are prefect for a snack break.

Whole-Wheat Penne w/Asparagus

Whole-Wheat Penne Asparagus

After craving pasta for the past weeks, it was only right to include my favorite spring vegetable - asparagus. I love when my asparagus is slightly crunchy with olive oil and sprinkled of lemon.
This time I only included 3 main ingredients; penne, asparagus and sweet corn while adding red-peppers which provide beautiful color. It takes only 15 minutes or less to prepare and will force your tongue palate into overdrive. Also, Asparagus is low in calories and is filled with high amounts of nutritious vitamins and minerals such a fiber, calcium and potassium.

Ingredients

Vegetable
Asparagus (1 pound, cut 1-inch pieces)

Starch
Corn

Pasta

Butter (1 tablespoon)
Bell Peppers (1)
Black Pepper (
Heavy Whipping Cream

Mozzarella Cheese (1/2 cup)
Kosher Salt (1/2 tablespoons) 

Extra Virgin Olive Oil (1/4 cup)
Colby/Monetary Cheese (1/2 cup)
Whole Wheat Penne Pasta (1 box)

Directions

Pasta
~In 6-8 quart stock pot over high heat, bring 4-6 quarts of water to a boil. 
~Add whole wheat penne a few pinches of salt & olive oil.
~Cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes, or until done. Stir occasionally.  
~Cut asparagus into 1inch pieces.
~Add asparagus the last 2 minutes of cooking time.
~Drain and set aside.

~In a large skillet, over medium heat add olive oil.

~Place chopped red bell peppers, scallions, mozzarella cheese & corn in skillet. 

~Include the whole-wheat pasta & asparagus mixture and whipping cream.  

~Add salt & pepper as needed.

~Include whole-wheat penne and asparagus mixture & cook for 2 minutes.
~Top with mozzarella cheese & serve.

Whole-Wheat Penne Asparagus Pasta