Penne Pasta with Peppers

20 Reviews

“This excellent and easy recipe can be topped with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese to add some extra zest. Enjoy with some garlic bread for a light meal, if desired.” - by Donna Lasater

Ingredients

1 pound penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 red onions, cut into strips
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 red bell peppers, chopped
2 yellow bell pepper, chopped

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Original recipe yields 4 to 6 servings

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and reserve.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, red bell peppers and yellow bell peppers and saute for 10 minutes or until tender. Pour this vegetable mixture over cooked pasta and serve.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (5 total)

Calories
432 cal
22%

Fat
7.8 g
12%

Carbs
79.9 g
26%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Reviews (20)

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SUNEYE

Dec. 4, 2006

"Good basics, but I used 1 each green, red and yellow pepper. I added a small can of stewed tomatoes after the peppers and onion sauteed, and then tossed the cooked pasta into the same pan to let it a..." See morebsorb the olive oil flavor a bit. Tasted great and heated up well in the microwave the next day. Will make again."

hissingfauna

Oct. 8, 2008

"This dish could use more flavor. I added red chili flakes and lots of salt and pepper, and I used one each of red, yellow, and orange bell peppers. I found the pasta itself to be a bit dry (I used who..." See morele wheat), so I think next time I'll add some tomatoes or spaghetti sauce. "