Use What You Have Pasta Sauce Recipe

Name: Use What You Have Pasta Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (16 Oz) Gourmet Ravioli Or Other Pasta; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 6 whole Campari Tomatoes, Diced; 1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Seeded And Diced; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper Flakes; 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning; 1/2 cups Pitted Kalamata Olives, Chopped; 1 can 14 Oz Quartered Artichoke Hearts, Drained; 1 cup Fresh Mozzarella Balls (bocconcini) Halved; 1 bag ( 10 Oz Package ) Fresh Baby Spinach

Servings: persons

1 package (16 Oz) Gourmet Ravioli Or Other Pasta
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
6 whole Campari Tomatoes, Diced
1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Seeded And Diced
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
1/2 cups Pitted Kalamata Olives, Chopped
1 can 14 Oz Quartered Artichoke Hearts, Drained
1 cup Fresh Mozzarella Balls (bocconcini) Halved
1 bag ( 10 Oz Package ) Fresh Baby Spinach

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
While its cooking make the following sauce.
3
Drizzle some olive oil into a skillet and cook diced tomatoes and red peppers on medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
4
Add some minced garlic, crushed red pepper and Italian seasonings.
5
Cook for 5 more minutes until the tomatoes begin breaking down creating a yummy sauce.
6
Chop the olives and throw those in.
7
Then toss in the artichoke hearts.
8
Simmer for a few more minutes and then add the diced up fresh mozzarella and toss that in and stir.
9
Reduce heat to low and simmer.
10
The cheese will begin to melt into the sauce.
11
Use the fresh spinach as a bed for the pasta and sauce.
12
I drained the cooked pasta and placed it directly on the fresh spinach and topped it with the sauce.
13
It was fantastic!!
14
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375

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (16 Oz) Gourmet Ravioli Or Other Pasta, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 6 whole Campari Tomatoes, Diced, 1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Seeded And Diced, and more.

Yes, Use What You Have Pasta Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Use What You Have Pasta Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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