Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini, haled lengthwise and sliced (or 1 squash and 1 zucchini) or 3 large yellow squash, sliced (or 1 squash and 1 zucchini)
  • 1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 green pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 5 ounces dry penne pasta, cooked
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Method

  • Saute first 5 ingredients in olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt and pepper; stir well. Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 1 minute. Remove from heat; transfer to a serving bowl. Add pasta and Parmesan cheese; toss gently. Serve hot.