Pasta Primavera

12  ounces		Whole wheat penne
1  cup		red bell pepper
2  cups		broccoli, chopped
1-1/2  cups		carrots, sliced
2  cups		2% milk
1  cup		light cream cheese
3		garlic cloves
10		Basil - Fresh, Leaves

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Bring a large pot of water to boil.
Add whole wheat pasta until tender.
About 1 minute before pasta is ready add broccoli, peppers, and carrots to blanch.
Drain pasta and veggies.
In same pot add minced garlic cloves, milk, and cream cheese. Bring to a boil. Whisk to blend cheese into milk and make a creamy sauce. Add pasta and veggies to sauce.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.