Rigatoni With Grilled Peppers and Onions

Rigatoni With Grilled Peppers and Onions photo
prep time:
25 minutes
total time:
50 minutes
Makes 4
LoreneLorene Posegate

from Real Simple

ingredients

  • 2 medium red onions, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rings
  • 2 large red bell peppers, cut into quarters
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • kosher salt and pepper
  • 12 ounces (4-5 cups) rigatoni
  • 1 bunch spinach, stems trimmed
  • 1 cup (about 3 1/2 ounces) parmesan
  • 3/4 Cup basil leaves, thinly sliced

directions

  • 1

    Bring a large pot of water to boil. Heat grill to medium-high.

  • 2

    In a large bowl, toss the onions, bell peppers, oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Grill, turning occasionally until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and cut to bitesize pieces.

  • 3

    Cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of cooking water, drain pasta and return pasta to pot. Add the grilled vegetables, spinach, the reserved cooking water, and 3/4 cup parmesan to the pasta and toss to combine.

  • 4

    Top with the basil and the remaining parmesan before serving.

notes

We use only whole grain pasta.

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