pasta-pv-asplem-bre

Ingredients

• 1 lb. Pasta, brown rice elbows
• 3 lbs. Asparagus, fresh
• 1/2 - 1 lb. Carrots, fresh
• 1 Onion, large
• 2 tsp. Garlic, cloves (estimate, optional)
• 1/4 - 1/2 cup Lemon Juice (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup Water
• 1-1/2 tbsp. Oregano, dried
• Hot Red Pepper, ground or sauce (to taste)
• 2-3 tbsp. Corn Starch
• 1 can Olives, ripe pitted, sliced (6 oz. net weight)
• 2 tbsp. Olive Oil, extra virgin (optional for flavor)