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01-12 Italian Goulash

Italian Goulash
Bring a pot of salted water to boil for:
16 oz pasta (half whole wheat & half regular), penne, farfalle, spirals
Meanwhile, in large saucepan over med heat, make marinara sauce:
1 can tomato sauce
1 can tomato paste
1 can diced tomatoes
1 t minced garlic
handful of fresh basil, if available
1 T Italian seasoning, more to taste
20 prepared, cooked frozen meatballs, thawed (opt.)
If sauce tastes too acidic, add a touch of agave or sugar
Bring to boil, then reduce heat and let simmer as you
Saute in EV olive oil:
1 large colored pepper, cubed
and/or 2-3 zucchini, cubed
when veg are done, remove from heat.
Stir all together and pour over drained pasta
Sprinkle top with shredded mozzarella, asiago or parmesan (or combo)

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