Ingredients

• 1 1/4 C Whole Graine Penne Pasta
• 1 1/4 C THRIVE Chopped Chicken
• 1/4 C THRIVE Chopped Spinach
• 1 Tbsp THRIVE Chopped Onions
• 2 cloves Garlic, Raw (if making jar meals, use 1/2 tsp dried minced garlic)
• 1/4 C THRIVE Red Bell Peppers
• 1/4 C THRIVE Mushroom Pieces
• 3/4 C THRIVE Bechamel (Creamy White Sauce)
• 1 tsp Lemon Juice (or 1/4 tsp lemonade powder)
• 5 tsp THRIVE Chicken Bouillon
• 1/2 tsp THRIVE Chef's Choice seasoning blend
• 1 tsp THRIVE Italian Seasoning Blend
• 1 dash Cayenne
• 2 1/2 Tbsp Butter, salted
• 6 C Hot Water
• 4 oz Heavy Whipping Cream, or
• 4 oz Cream Cheese (Can be used instead of Heavy Whipping Cream, or in combination with)
• 1/2 C Parmasen Cheese, grated (More or less to taste)
• 1/4 C White Wine (optional)

Directions

1. Choose a large, heavy skillet with a lid.
2. Melt butter in skillet and sweat fresh Garlic. (If using dried garlic, skip this step)
3. Add 6 C Hot water and all ingredients except the last 4: Heavy cream, cream cheese, Parmesan and wine.
4. Cover skillet and simmer on low for 15 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
5. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan Cheese. Sauce will thicken as it cools.
6. Stir in Heavy Cream and/or Cream Cheese.
7. Cover and allow to set for a few minutes, till cream cheese has melted. Stir to incorporate.
8. Stir in White Wine. Enjoy!