Ingredients
3 cups uncooked spiral pasta1 medium yellow summer squash1 small zucchini1 medium sweet red pepper1 medium green pepper1 tablespoon olive oil1 small red onion, halved and sliced1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 jar (24 ounces) spicy marinara sauce8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese pearls Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese and julienned fresh basil
Preparation
Preheat oven to 375°. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain.
Cut squashes and peppers into 1/4-in. julienne strips. In a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, mushrooms and julienned vegetables; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Stir in seasonings. Add marinara sauce and pasta; toss to combine. Top with cheese pearls.
Transfer to oven; bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and basil before serving.
