Pesto Veggie Pasta
In a quart bag:
- 8 ounces small pasta
- 2 Tbsp diced dried tomatoes
- 2 Tbsp dried bell peppers
- 1 Tbsp dried onion
In a snack bag:
- 2 Tbsp hemp seeds
Also take:
- 1 package pesto mix
- 2 Tbsp or 2 packets olive oil
Directions:
In a 2 Liter or bigger pot, bring 4 to 6 cups water to a boil. Add in pasta and vegetables. Boil for time indicated on pasta package, stirring often. Drain, but reserve ½ cup of the cooking water in the pot. Stir in the oil and pesto mix, till smooth. Sprinkle on hemp seeds, gently fold in.
If desired, top with shelf stable Parmesan cheese (the green can type).
Serves 2.
Notes:
To cut back on water and cooking time, use pre-cooked and dehydrated pasta. Bring 4 cups water to a boil, add in pasta, and cover tightly. Insulate the pot, and let rest for 10 minutes, proceed as above.