Hidden Veggie Saucy Pasta

Step 1

Peel & small dice the carrots.

Step 2

Rinse & small dice the zucchini.

Step 3

Wash the bell peppers & cut around the seeds. Small dice the peppers.

Step 4

Peel & dice the onion.

Step 5

Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan, over medium heat. Add all the veggies with a pinch of salt. Stir & cover the pan to allow the veggies to steam for about 3-4 min, until slightly softened.

Step 6

After 3-4 min, add add the garlic powder & oregano. Stir & cook for another 2-3 min.

Step 7

Meanwhile, in a pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Once cooked through, reserve a small ladle of cooking water & drain the pasta.

Step 8

Add the crushed tomatoes to the pan & stir to evenly coat. Simmer for another 4-5 min.

Step 9

In a food processor or blender add the cooked veggies. Purée until smooth. If needed, add the ladle of the pasta cooking water to thin the sauce out.

Step 10

Combine the drained pasta with the creamy hidden veggie sauce. Top with grated parmesan & some red pepper flakes, if you have some. Serve & enjoy !