Spicy Veggie Pasta Bake

Ingredients

• 3 cups uncooked spiral pasta
• 1 medium yellow summer squash
• 1 small zucchini
• 1 medium sweet red pepper
• 1 medium green pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small red onion, halved and sliced
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 jar (24 ounces) spicy marinara sauce
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese pearls
• Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese and julienned fresh basil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain.
2. Cut squashes and peppers into 1/4-in. julienne strips. In a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, mushrooms and julienned vegetables; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Stir in seasonings. Add marinara sauce and pasta; toss to combine. Top with cheese pearls.
3. Transfer to oven; bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and basil before serving.