■ Pasta Made Easy

For Real-Life Cooks — No Fuss, All Flavor

Red & Green VegFest Vegan Edition

■ Go-To Canned & Jarred Ingredients

1. White Beans – protein, creaminess
2. Canned Mushrooms – earthy depth
3. Artichoke Hearts – meaty texture
4. Sweet Corn – pop of sweetness
5. Sundried Tomatoes (jar or dry) – umami bomb
6. Roasted Red Peppers – smoky-sweet
7. Lentils – hearty and filling
8. Capers – briny zip
9. Kalamata Olives – deep, salty flavor
10. Whole Garlic (jar) – no peeling needed
11. Pasta Sauce (red, white, or green) – base for your mix-ins
12. Pesto Sauce (jar) – bright and herby 13 Bouillon Paste or Cubes – instant flavor boost

■ Easy Flavor Additions (Optional)

1. Nutritional Yeast – cheesy, nutty, savory
2. Lemon Zest or Juice – freshness & zing
3. Red Pepper Flakes – heat
4. Vegan Parmesan – for that finish 5        Fresh or Dry Basil – aroma and color

■ Simple Tips to Elevate It

1. Save Pasta Water – Add ½ cup to loosen and blend your sauce perfectly.
2. Mix in the Pan – Combine pasta, sauce, and mix-ins together over low heat for best flavor coating.
3. Don’t Overthink It – You don’t need 10 ingredients — just 2 or 3 good ones.
4. “Bouillon Bomb” – Dissolve a little veggie bouillon in hot water and add to your sauce for instant savory richness.
5. Tweak Texture – Blend some white beans with pasta sauce for a creamy protein-packed base.

■ Sample Combos (5 Ingredients or Less)

1. ■ Creamy Pesto Protein Pasta:
   1. Jarred pesto
   1. White beans
   1. Pasta water
   1. Nutritional yeast
   1. Lemon zest
2. ■ Mediterranean Red:
   1. Red pasta sauce
   1. Kalamata olives
   1. Sundried tomatoes
   1. Artichoke hearts
   1. Red pepper flakes
3. ■ Smoky Sweet Cream:
   1. White sauce (vegan jar or cashew blend)
   1. Sweet corn
   1. Roasted red peppers
   1. Garlic
   1. Vegan parmesan