pasta with bell-pepper-onion-sauce

Moose Jaw, SK
Updated on Sep 11, 2014

I did make a couple of changes and additions but, oh my, did it turn out good! I used whole wheat bow ties pasta and subbed fat free liquid coffee creamer (to save on fat and calories) for the cream. My additions were: garlic, Italian herb mix and mushrooms. Totally easy and yummy

Rate
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top
yield 1 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 125 g pasta (e.g. spirelli or penne)
  • 1 bell pepper, any color you wish
  • 1 medium sized onion
  • 100 g cream (fat-reduced works fine) or 100 g sour cream (fat-reduced works fine)
  • 1-2 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 2-3 tablespoons water
  • salt and pepper

How To Make pasta with bell-pepper-onion-sauce

  • Step 1
    Cook pasta in salt water according to package directions until al dente (firm to the bite).
  • Step 2
    Meanwhile dice onion and bell pepper and fry in the oil until lightly browned. Add 2-3 tbs of water and cook covered until soft (about 5-10 minutes).
  • Step 3
    Add cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Step 4
    Drain pasta and combine with sauce. Serve topped with some cheese or just as is.

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