Crisp, colorful peppers fresh from the market liven up pasta for a perfect side dish.

Prep: 15 min - Cook: 3 min

8 ounces (2 1/2 cups) uncooked dried mostaccioli
3/4 cup thin green bell pepper strips
3/4 cup thin red bell pepper strips
3/4 cup thin yellow or orange bell pepper strips
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic
1/3 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons LAND O LAKES Fresh Buttery Taste Spread
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper


Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.

Meanwhile, spray 10-inch nonstick skillet with no stick cooking spray; add pepper strips and garlic. Cook over high heat, stirring constantly, until peppers are crisply tender and just begin to brown (3 to 5 minutes).

Toss together warm pasta, peppers and all remaining ingredients in large bowl.

Makes 6 servings

Nutritional Info Per 1 Serving: Calories 210, Fat 8 g, Cholesterol <5 mg, Sodium 300 mg, Carbohydrates 30 g, Dietary Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g

This recipe created by Land O'Lakes.