Spicy Mediterranean Pasta Medley
With all the talk about how the Mediterranean diet can help save the planet, I thought I'd join in with this little medley. Whether the planet is safer or not, my tummy is certainly happy! Here is what I put together tonight, how always remember you can make it your own! INGREDIENTS: chiocciole pasta 100% durum semolina (and of course you can use a gluten-free option. A favorite is Red Lentil Pasta). Use equal parts: onion, broccoli, and cremini mushrooms Extra-virgin olive oil Black ground pepper Red Pepper flakes (optional for Crohn's and Colitis friends) Dried or Fresh Basil Sea Salt TO COOK: 1. Bring a large pot of water to boil for the pasta. Pasta cooks between 8-10 minutes. If you're using rice noodles they tend to need a little longer. 2. Slice the vegetables into half moons, equal parts. Keep separate. 3. Heat large frying pan with a good amount of oil. You'll be using this as your dressing for the pasta. 4. A
