Modern Vegetarian Pasta Delight

About this recipe

This modern vegetarian pasta dish balances simplicity and gourmet flavors, perfect for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings. By enhancing the traditional recipe with fresh techniques and rich vegetarian ingredients, this pasta promises to satisfy with vibrant tastes and appealing textures.

Ingredients

• 250 grams dried pasta
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 150 grams mushrooms, sliced
• 400 grams can of diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. 1

   Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta one minute less than package instructions. Reserve a cup of pasta water and drain.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onions until soft.

3. 3

   Add bell pepper and mushrooms to the skillet, and cook until mushrooms are golden.

4. 4

   Stir in diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Transfer cooked pasta to the skillet and toss with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed.

6. 6

   Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.