Photo by Christina Singletary
Christina Singletary's Notes:
Expand3/4 pounds thin whole-wheat spaghetti Ask a question about this ingredient
1 can diced tomatoes Ask a question about this ingredient
1 yellow summer squash Ask a question about this ingredient
7-8 fresh basil leaves Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup fresh oregano leaves, chopped Ask a question about this ingredient
1 small onion Ask a question about this ingredient
3 cloves garlic, minced Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons olive oil Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar Ask a question about this ingredient
sea salt, fresh ground black pepper, red pepper flakes to taste Ask a question about this ingredient
organic parmesan cheese, to taste Ask a question about this ingredient
Set a large pot of salted water to boil.
Ask a question about this stepWhile waiting for it to boil, dice the yellow squash into small pieces. (Note that although I used yellow, any variety will do). Salt and pepper it lightly, and set aside.
Ask a question about this stepMince onion and garlic.
Ask a question about this stepHeat olive oil on high in a large wok, and when it is hot, add onion/garlic and saute for approximately 2 minutes.
Ask a question about this stepAdd spaghetti to boiling pot of water. Add squash to wok and saute until soft, approximately 7 minutes.
Ask a question about this stepOnce squash is soft, add the canned tomatoes (use fresh tomatoes for added health, but remember to add a sweetener to balance their acidity).
Ask a question about this stepThen, add the fresh basil and oregano, then the vinegar and some red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Ask a question about this stepDrain the spaghetti, drizzle with olive oil and dish it out onto plates. Top with the mixture from the wok and some parmesan cheese, and serve hot.
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