Pepper, Mushroom and Rigatoni bake

PEPPER, MUSHROOM AND RIGATONI BAKE

Craving for pasta? Try this tasty recipe of Rigatoni with mushrooms and pepper: an easy idea perfect to bring a touch of Italy to your menu.

INGREDIENTS

• Rigatoni - 250 g
• Mozzarella - 150 g, grated
• Red pepper - 2, de-seeded and finely diced
• Olive oil - 50 ml
• Mushrooms - 200g, button, washed and chopped
• Salt
• Pepper
• Parsley - 1 tsp, finely chopped

INFO BOX

Preparation time - 20 m
Cooking time - 20 m
Recipe category - First course
Recipe yield - 4
Recipe cuisine - Italian

PREPARATION

Pre-heat the grill to hot.

Cook the pasta in boiling, salted water until 'al dente'; usually 8-10 minutes.

Meanwhile, saute the mushrooms and pepper in the olive oil in a large frying pan set over a medium-high heat.

Cook for 4-5 minutes, then reduce the heat and stir in the parsley.

Drain the pasta, transfer to a mixing bowl and stir the mushroom and peppers into it.

Season into a ceramic baking dish.

Top with the cheese and place under the grill until the cheese is melted and golden brown in colour.

Remove and serve immediately.

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