Bow-Tie Pasta With Red Pepper Sauce

The flavors of a summer garden come together in a sensational puree of red bell pepper, oregano, chicken broth, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar and honey tossed with sweet and tender peas, parsley and bow tie pasta.

• Calories: 95 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 cups bow tie pasta
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 2 cups red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup blanched green peas

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine bell pepper, broth, oregano, salt, and pepper in 2 quart saucepan. Cover. Cook over medium low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bell pepper is tender.

Step 2

Stir in tomato paste, vinegar, and honey; remove from heat. Puree mixture in a blender or food processor.

Step 3

Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package. Drain.

Step 4

Mix together pasta, red pepper sauce, peas, and parsley.