Spicy Veggie Pasta Bake
- 3 cups uncooked spiral pasta
- 1 medium yellow summer squash
- 1 small zucchini
- 1 medium sweet red pepper
- 1 medium green pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small red onion, halved and sliced
- 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 jar (24 ounces) spicy marinara sauce
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese pearls
- Grated Parmesan cheese and julienned fresh basil, optional
- Preheat oven to 375u0b0. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain.
- Cut squashes and peppers into 1/4-in. julienne strips. In a 12-in. cast-iron skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, mushrooms and julienned vegetables; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in seasonings. Add marinara sauce and pasta; toss to combine. Top with cheese pearls.
- Transfer to oven; bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and basil before serving.
uncooked spiral pasta, zucchini, sweet red pepper, green pepper, olive oil, red onion, mushrooms, salt, pepper, red pepper, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese
Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/spicy-veggie-pasta-bake/ (may not work)