1lb Seitan – cut in 1 inch cubes
6 large tomatoes – diced w/ juice
1 large onion – chopped coursely
2 zucchini – cut in strips 1/4″ thick
2 yellow crooked neck squash – cut in strips 1/4″ thick
1 large green bell pepper – seeded and cut into bite sized pieces
1lb fettuccine pasta
1/8 cup Nutritional yeast
1 Tbsp. Olive oil
1 tsp. each – dried basil, thyme, savory, and garlic powder
sea salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
olive oil -enough to brush across the tops before broiling
Preparation:
In a skillet, heat oil and saute’ the onions and peppers for 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and juice, spices and salt and pepper to taste. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes. On a lightly oiled baking tray, place the Seitan, and the squashes, and brush them lightly with olive oil. Place under the broiler, ( about 6 inches from the element or fire), and broil until nicely browned. Boil the pasta til al dente, (6-8 min) and drain, stir in a tsp. of olive oil and set on a large serving platter. Next place the broiled Seitan and squash on top of the pasta, and cover with the tomato sauce. Sprinkle the whole thing with the nutritional yeast and serve piping hot!
Serves 4 – 6 People