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Peperonata Pasta
 
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 25 Minutes
Servings: 4
From Time Life Great Taste, Low Fat
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 green bell peppers, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell peppers or 1 red bell pepper, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 large tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup reduced-sodium vegetable broth, meatless option
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, meat option
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons kalamata olives, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt or 1/2 teaspoon salt substitute
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
8 ounces ruote pasta
Directions:
1. Ruote is wagon wheel pasta. Olives can be replaced by other varieties such as Gaeta or Nicoise. Flavorful is a must.
2. In large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add peppers, garlic and cook until peppers are softened about 8 minutes
3. Stir in the remaining ingredients except the pasta. Use broth of your choice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors have blended and mix thickens slightly. About 15 minutes.
4. Cook the pasta at the same time in a large pot of boiling water until pasta is tender. Drain well. Add to sauce and coat. Cook until pasta is warmed thru about 1 minute. Divide into serving bowls and serve.
5. For Vegetarian or Vegan use the meatless broth option. Chicken broth is not vegetarian.
By RecipeOfHealth.com