Sunday, July 10, 2011

Rotini with Creamy Tomato Sauce

The restaurant favorite is a cinch to prepare at home.The rich creamy sauce coats the pasta with a slightly spicy taste which is a sure delight.I used tomato and basil sauce.The spirals holds the sauce making every bite a flavorful one.

rotini or penne pasta- 3 cups
olive oil- 4tbsp
onion- 1 medium diced
garlic- 4cloves finely chopped
zucchini- 1 thinly sliced
pasta sauce -1& 1/2 cup
parsely- 2 tbsp finely chopped
Parmesan cheese grated - 1cup
or heavy cream- 1/2 cup

Method:
Bring a large pot of water to boil.Add pasta and cook as per instructions on the box.
Drain it.Keep it aside.
Heat oil in a skillet, add garlic and onions, cook until brown.
Add zucchini and cook for 2 minutes.
Now add tomato sauce and parsley and cook for 2 more minutes.
Add pasta and toss well on high heat for 1 minute.
Now add Parmesan cheese (or cream)  and mix well.

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