Vegetable Penne
4 tomatoes 2 zucchini 2 tbsp olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 cup small button mushroom, halved 1 onion, chopped 1 tbsp dried basil 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1 pinch hot pepper flakes, crushed 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 4 oz light cream cheese, soften 5 cup penne, or other pasta
Finely chop 3 of the tomatoes; cut remaining tomato into thin wedges. Quarter zucchini lengthwise; cut into slices. Set aside.
In skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook garlic, mushrooms, onion, basil, oregano, salt, pepper and hot pepper flakes, stirring often, for about 4 minutes or until onion is softened.
Stir in chopped tomatoes and increase heat to medium-high; cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until tomato juices are released.
Stir in zucchini and vinegar; reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes or until zucchini is tender.
Stir in cream cheese until blended.
Meanwhile, in large pot of boiling salted water, cook penne for 8-10 minutes or until tender but firm; drain and return to pot. Add sauce and toss to coat.
Garnish with tomato wedges. Serve with crusty whole wheat bread and a green salad tossed with a favorite dressing. |