Bowties with Tomato-Pepper Sauce

Preparation Time: Less than 30 minutes
8 oz. (1/2 pound) whole wheat bowties or penne 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons garlic, minced 1 small onion, chopped 1 large red bell pepper, chopped 3 cups (3 large) tomatoes, seeded and chopped 1/4 cup fat-free half-and-half 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
In a large pot, cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and onion and cook until the onion is soft, adding a little water to the skillet if the mixture seems dry. Add the bell pepper and cook for about 2 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Stir in the tomatoes. Remove from the heat and let cool for 1 or 2 minutes. Return the skillet to the heat. Gradually stir in the half-and-half, Parmesan, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and cook until heated through. Serve over the pasta.
Serves: 4
1 Cup of Fruits and Vegetables per Serving
Fruit and /or Veggie color(s):
Nutrition Information per Serving:
Calories: 371 Total Fat: 10.9g Saturated Fat: 1.9g % of Calories from Fat: 27% % of Calories from Saturated Fat: 5%		Protein: 11g Carbohydrates: 55g Cholesterol: 4mg Dietary Fiber: 8g Sodium: 108mg
Each serving provides: An excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin C and fiber, and a good source of folate, calcium and potassium.

Recipe courtesy of Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH). This recipe meets PBH and Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) nutrition standards that maintain fruits and vegetables as healthy foods.
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