Spicy baked linguine

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsUncooked linguine
1tablespoonSunflower or vegetable oil
1mediumSized zucchini; cut into 1-inch chunks
1largeRed bell pepper; cut into 1-inch chunks
26ouncesLight spaghetti sauce
1cupSalsa
¾cupShredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350F. Cook the linguine according to the package directions; drain, rinse, drain again, and set aside. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a soup pot over medium-high heat; add the zucchini and bell pepper.

SautE for 6 to 8 minutes, or until tender. Stir in the spaghetti sauce and salsa, then add the linguine and mix well. Place in a 9" x 13" baking dish that has been coated with nonstick cooking spray. Top with the mozzarella cheese and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.

Recipe by: MR FOOD

Posted to MC-Recipe Digest V1 #1038 by Meg Antczak <meginny@...> on Jan 23, 1998