Simple Vegetable Dish - Prepared 3 Ways

A Mixture Of Vegetables And Potatoes

Sep 28, 2009 Rosanna Bonura

A few fresh ingredients go a long way in this versatile dish.

When it comes to making dinner, people often find it difficult to think of different dishes to make from night to night. And when time is an issue, no one wants to spend hours making dinner at the end of a long day. This simple and healthy recipe provides the versatility and delicious factor we all crave when it comes to making and eating dinner. Best of all, it can be done in 3 different ways so you can enjoy it on different nights of the week without feeling you are having the same dish over and over. It's practical and full of flavor, which is the key to making a great tasting meal.

Ingredients:

1 onion (chopped finely)
2 cloves of garlic (minced)
2 red peppers (sliced)
4-5 large white button mushrooms (sliced)
2 cups of frozen peas
2-3 medium sized potatoes (cut thin in julienne slices)
2 cups of crushed tomatoes
salt and pepper (to taste)

Directions:

In a pot on its own, bring frozen peas to a boil, as per cooking instructions on bag. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
In a separate saucepan, drizzle a small amount of olive oil and place chopped onion, garlic, red pepper, mushrooms, and potatoes. Sautee over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes.
Add crushed tomatoes, salt and pepper, and continue to cook for 20 minutes, or until vegetables are cooked. Be sure not to overcook vegetables.
Add cooked peas to vegetables, stir well and place over one of the three options below.

3 Options:

The best part of this recipe is that it can be served in 3 different ways. This allows you to enjoy it more often. Here’s how:

Pasta: Mix the vegetables with your favorite pasta. A short-cut pasta such as penne works best for this recipe. For an even healthier alternative, try whole wheat pasta instead of white.
Rice: Just like pasta, this recipe can be placed on a bed of rice. Rice is a great alternative to pasta and can be just as healthy. Try it with brown rice for a more hearty taste.
On Its Own: This dish has so much flavor that it can be enjoyed just as much on its own. Enjoy it with a slice of any bread of your choice.

Many dinner dishes can be altered and customized so that you can enjoy them in different ways which allows you to stop spending so much time thinking of what to make for dinner. A few simple ingredients and steps is all it takes to make a delicious and healthy meal. Enjoy!

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