Ingredients

  • 12-oz. jar marinated artichoke hearts with liquid
  • 1/4 cup oil-packed, sun-dried tomatoes, drained and thinly sliced
  • 1 to 2 Tbs. red wine vinegar to taste
  • 1 Tbs. chopped fresh oregano or 1 tsp. dried
  • 6 oz. part-skim mozzarella cheese,preferably fresh, diced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 medium yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 8 oz. pasta shells or rotini (pasta twists)
  • 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths

Method

  • Bring large pot of water to a boil.
  • When water boils add 1 teaspoon salt and pasta, stirring to prevent sticking.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, steam green beans and squash separately until each is just tender.
  • Rinse under cold running water and drain well.
  • Drain pasta, rinse under cold running water and drain well.
  • Transfer to large serving bowl.
  • Add green beans, squash, artichokes with liquid, tomatoes, vinegar, oregano, cheese, salt and pepper.
  • Toss to mix and coat.
  • Serve at room temperature.