PASTA WITH RED BELL PEPPER, MUSHROOM, AND ZUCCHINI

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Make and share this Pasta With Red Bell Pepper, Mushroom, and Zucchini recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 1h13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 red bell pepper, sliced into 3/8 inch strips and strips halved
6 green onions, sliced (include some tender green tops)
1/4 lb mushroom, sliced
1 zucchini, sliced lengthwise, then sliced into 3/8 inch pieces
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
salt
fresh ground black pepper
4 -5 basil leaves, chopped
8 ounces mostaccioli pasta, cooked and drained
1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
1/4 cup chopped parsley

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, warm oil over medium heat; add in bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, zucchini, and garlic.
  • Stir/saute until tender crisp, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Add in tomatoes, salt, pepper, and basil; cook until flavors are blended, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  • Toss with pasta, oil, cheese, and parsley until well mixed.
  • Tranfer to a warm platter; serve immediately; top with more cheese, if desired.

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