Low-Fat Pasta Primavera

pasta (penne or farfalle work well)

extra virgin olive oil

medium yellow onion, diced

garlic cloves, minced

carrots, peeled and sliced diagonally

sliced mushrooms

medium yellow squash, sliced

medium zucchini, sliced

low sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

fat free half and half

grated Parmesan cheese

frozen peas

salt and pepper

fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)