Whole Grain Pasta with Crickets

Healthy Whole Grain Pasta with Crickets

Prep Time: 15 minutes, Cook Time: 30 minutes, Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 900gr plum and/or heirloom tomatoes, coarsely chopped
• 130 gr cherry tomatoes, halved, divived
• 70 gr finely chopped red bell pepper
• 35 gr rinsed capers, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, grated
• 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
• 30 gr BUGG’S High Protein Cricket Powder
• 8 gr salt
• 3 gr ground pepper
• 3 gr crushed red pepper
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 500gr whole-wheat fusilli or penne
• 60 gr chopped fresh basil

1. Combine chopped tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, capers, garlic, vinegar, salt, ground, BUGG’S High Protein Cricket Powder , pepper and crushed red pepper in a food processor. Pulse until slightly chunky. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in oil and blend until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in the remaining 1 cup cherry tomatoes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days.
   
   
2. Remove the tomato sauce from the refrigerator 30 minutes before serving. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and add to the sauce along with basil. Toss to combine. Serve warm or at room temperature.

   Suggestion: springle some crunch BUGG’S Tasty Original Cricket Snacks and ruccola on top for an xtra bite.