Start with a well-flavored prepared pasta sauce, perhaps one made with chunky vegetables, mushrooms, or bell peppers. With the addition of roasted peppers and dried tomatoes, a special pasta meal can be yours in a flash.
Recipe information
Yield
4 servings
Ingredients
1/2 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes (not oil-cured)
12 ounces pasta, any long or short shape
One 28-ounce jar natural, good-quality pasta sauce
One 12-ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained and sliced into strips
Grated fresh Parmesan cheese or Parmesan-style soy cheese for topping, optional
Preparation
Step 1
If the dried tomatoes you are using aren’t moist, soak them in hot water for about 10 minutes and drain.
Step 2
Cook the pasta according to package directions and drain.
Step 3
In a large saucepan, combine the pasta sauce, dried tomatoes, and red peppers. Cook slowly, covered, until heated through.
Step 4
Combine the cooked pasta and sauce in a serving container and toss well. Serve, passing around the Parmesan cheese for topping, if desired.
nutrition information
Step 5
Calories: 218
Step 6
Total Fat: 5g
Step 7
Protein: 8g
Step 8
Carbohydrate: 37g
Step 9
Cholesterol: 0mg
Step 10
Sodium: 620mg
