Spicy Sicilian Pasta Toss

Submitted by Bitsie

"Fast and flavorful weeknight dinner without worring about defrosting. Serve with salad and warm crusty bread. When serving this at a potluck I break up the pasta into 1 inch pieces and serve at room temperature as a salad or side dish."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Yields: 7 cup
• Serves: 7

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups thinly sliced fresh mushrooms (6oz.)
• 1⁄4 lb sliced pepperoni, cut into strips
• 1⁄2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes seasoned with basil garlic & oregano, undrained
• 1⁄2 cup pasta water
• 1 (12 ounce) package tomato basil linguine
• grated parmesan cheese
• salt, if used in cooking pasta
• crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

directions

1. In large skillet over medium heat, heat oil; add mushrooms, pepperoni, onion, garlic and oregano and crushed red pepper if using.
2. Cook 5 minutes or until mushrooms are tender; stir in tomatoes and let simmer on low heat.
3. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain reserving ½ cup pasta cooking water.
4. Add water to sauce and stir.
5. Toss hot pasta and sauce; sprinkle with cheese.
6. (7-1cup servings).