Roasted-pepper-tomato sauce

 
                        Roasted-Pepper-Tomato Sauce
 
 Recipe By     : Family Circle - 4/22/97
 Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Not Sent
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
   12      oz            linguine
    2      tbsp          extra virgin olive oil
    1      lg            onion -- chopped
    1      7 oz jar      roasted red peppers -- diced
    2      cloves        garlic -- finely chopped
    1                    dried chili pepper
   12                    fresh plum tomatoes -- stemmed/chopped
                         **OR**
    1      28 oz can     whole tomatoes -- drained/chopped
    1      tsp           salt
      1/2  tsp           freshly ground black pepper
   12                    fresh basil leaves -- chopped
                         Parmesan or Romano cheese -- grated
 
 Cook linguine in large pot of boiling water according to package
 directions.
 
 Meanwhile, heat oil in medium-size skillet over medium-high heat.  Add
 onion; cook until softened, about 2 minutes.  Add red peppers, garlic,
 chili pepper and tomatoes; cook, uncovered, until bubbling vigorously,
 about 4 minutes.  Stir in salt, pepper and basil; cook 1 minute.  Remove
 chili pepper.
 
 Drain pasta; toss with sauce in large serving bowl.  Sprinkle with
 cheese if desired.
 
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