Fast Herbed Vermicelli Food

VERMICELLI WITH FRESH HERBS

Steps:

• Cook vermicelli as directed on package.
• Meanwhile, coarsely chop capers if they are large. In medium bowl, mix capers and remaining ingredients except tomatoes and pepper. Stir in tomatoes.
• Drain vermicelli. In large bowl, toss vermicelli and herb mixture. Sprinkle with pepper.

VERMICELLI WITH OVEN-ROASTED VEGGIES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 425 degrees.
• In 13x9x2" baking dish, stir together peppers, onion, mushrooms, garlic and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle w/olive oil: toss to coat evenly.
• Bake 45-55 minutes stirring occasionally until veggies are brown and tender. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package and drain.
• Heat broth on stove until hot.
• Remove veggies from oven; pour broth over veggies mixture, stirring until vegetables are coated.
• Toss veggie mixture and hot pasta. Sprinkle with cheese and parsley.

ASIAN VERMICELLI

Steps:

• Cook vermicelli according to package directions (al dente). Drain and put into a large bowl.
• Add diced vegetables.
• In a saucepan on the stove add the oil, red pepper flakes and garlic, saute about one minute.
• Add the soy sauce and honey and bring to a low boil for about one minute.
• Pour dressing over pasta/vegetables and toss to coat.
• Toss a couple of more times before serving.
• After final toss before serving sprinkle the top with sesame seeds or crushed peanuts.

FAST HERBED VERMICELLI

Steps:

• Cook and drain vermicelli as directed on package.
• Toss vermicelli and remaining ingredients.