HOT PASTA SALAD 
1/2 lb. rotini pasta
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 green pepper, cut into strips
1 red pepper, cut into strips
1 med. onion
1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 sm. zucchini, sliced (optional)
4 mild Italian sausages, casings removed, cooked and crumbled
1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp. oregano
1 tbsp. basil
Salt and pepper to taste
Hot red pepper flakes (optional)

Cook pasta according to directions. Heat oil in frying pan and stir fry green pepper, red pepper and onion briefly, adding mushrooms and zucchini last. Cook for 1 minute. Toss pasta and sausage with cooked vegetables in large pot. Add cheese and seasonings. Toss again and serve immediately.

 

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