Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 16 ounces uncooked rigatoni pasta
  • 1 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 ounces sliced pepperoni, halved
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 (23.5 oz.) jar prepared pasta sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil

Instruction

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, drain.
  • While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, peppers and garlic and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add pepperoni, Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes and saute a few minutes more.
  • Reduce the heat to medium low and stir in the pasta sauce along with 1/2 cup water. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Simmer for about 10 minutes, adding more water, if needed, to reach desired consistency.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the cheeses and fresh basil. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and chopped basil before serving, if desired.