June 8, 2013

Penne with Spicy Tomato Sauce

Penne tossed in a spicy tomato sauce is a super easy dinner where everyone will want seconds!

Serves: 6-8
Prep Time: 20 min
Cooking Time: 25min
Total:  45 min

Ingredients
3 cups dry penne pasta, wheat or rice
2 1/2 cups plain pureed tomatos
1-2 tsp. red chili flakes
1-2 tsp. dried oregano
2-3 tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2-3 cloves garlic, pressed
1 large green or red bell pepper, chopped
6-7 button mushrooms, washed and chopped
salt and pepper

Directions
  1. Prepare pasta as directed on package by cooking in a large pot filled with boiling water.  Drain and return to pot. Toss with 1 tbsp. olive oil.
  2. To make the sauce, heat remaining oil in a sauce pan. Saute onion and garlic until translucent. Add chili flakes and oregano, bell pepper and mushrooms, stirring well and cooking for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
  3. Add tomato puree and salt and pepper to taste.  When sauce is heated pour over penne and stir until well combined.
  4. Serve immediately with a side of salad, fresh bread or garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

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