Three-Pepper Pasta

 

3

cups uncooked farfalle (bow-tie) pasta (6 oz)

1

tablespoon olive or vegetable oil

1

small green bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips

1

small red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips

1

small yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips

1

cup tomato pasta sauce (any variety)

Chopped fresh basil leaves, if desired

Shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired

• 1 Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
• 2 Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook bell peppers in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender.
• 3 Stir in pasta sauce. Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until hot. Serve sauce over pasta. Top each serving with basil and cheese.