Maque Choux Pasta

Submitted by Ceezie

"For some reason this program won't let me say this recipe takes 1/2 lb rotelle pasta. This recipe came from Michelle Ramirez, or glitzypursegirl on Twitter - I however got it from the Raley's Recipe Rag"

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 (6 1/2 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1⁄2 cup sliced celery
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• rotelle pasta, cooked according to package directions (1/2 lb)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herb
• crushed red pepper flakes, salt and fresh Ground Pepper to taste
• parmesan cheese, wedge for grating

directions

1. Drain liquid from artichoke hearts into a large skillet; coarsely chop artichokes and set aside.
2. Sauté onion, celery and garlic in artichoke heart liquid over medium-high heat for 5 minutes; add tomatoes and their liquid, olives and reserved artichoke hearts. Cook for another 3 minutes or until most of the excess liquid has cooked off.
3. Stir in cooked noodles and fresh herbs; toss to coat. Season to taste with seasonings as desired. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.