BELL PEPPERS AND PASTA

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This meatless entree is always a hit. In fact, I double it whenever I know I'm going to feed some big eaters, and it still disappears. -Sharon Csuhta of Wadsworth, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 22m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/4 cups uncooked penne pasta
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. In a nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil for 1-1/2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds longer. Add the sweet peppers; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the olives, oregano, salt and cayenne. Add water; cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Drain pasta and stir into skillet. Remove from the heat. Stir in cheese. Serve immediately.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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