Mediterranean-Style Bell Pepper Bolognese with Egg Vermicelli

Ingredients

• 1 medium white onion
• 2 tablespoons light olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 medium orange bell pepper
• 0.5 cup low sodium chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon rosemary
• 0.5 teaspoon sage
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon parsley flakes
• 2 lemon wedges
• 8 ounces egg vermicelli

Instructions

1. 1Cook the egg vermicelli according to package directions.
2. 2Finely dice the white onion.
3. 3In a large pan or pot, heat the light olive oil over medium heat.
4. 4Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
5. 5Add the garlic powder and cook for another minute until fragrant.
6. 6Add diced green and orange bell peppers to the pan. Cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
7. 7Add low sodium chicken broth to moisten the mixture.
8. 8Season with thyme, rosemary, sage, sea salt, white pepper, and parsley flakes.
9. 9Simmer on low heat for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Add lemon wedges for brightness.
10. 10Toss the cooked egg vermicelli with the sauce and serve.