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    Vegetable Penne


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    Vegetable Penne

    4 tomatoes
    1/2 bunch celery. chopped
    2 Tablespoons Olive oil
    3 garlic cloves, minced
    2 sweet green bell peppers, chopped
    1 onion, chopped
    1 Tablespoon dried basil
    1 teaspoon dried oregano
    1 teaspoon salt
    1/2 teaspoon pepper
    1 pinch hot pepper flakes, crushed
    1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
    4 ounces light cream cheese, softened
    5 cups penne, or other pasta

    Finely chop 3 of the tomatoes; cut remaining tomato into thin wedges.

    In skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook celery, garlic, green
    peppers, onion, basil, oregano, salt, pepper and hot pepper flakes,
    stirring often, for about 4 minutes or until onion is softened.

    Stir in chopped tomatoes and increase heat to medium/high; cook,
    stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until tomato juices are
    released.
    Stir in vinegar; reduce heat to medium and
    cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes. Stir in cream cheese until
    blended.

    Meanwhile, in large pot of boiling salted water, cook penne for 8-10
    minutes or until tender but firm; drain and return to pot. Add sauce
    and toss to coat.

    Garnish with tomato wedges.

    Serve with crusty whole wheat bread and a green salad tossed with a
    your favorite dressing.
    Makes 4 servings

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