Three Cheese Macaroni Casserole

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

. dry whole wheat macaroni ((or penne pasta))

1 tbsp

. olive oil

medium onion (, chopped)

medium red bell pepper (, chopped)

medium yellow bell pepper (, chopped)

2 cups

chopped broccoli

2 cloves

garlic (, chopped)

2 1/2 cups

part-skim ricotta cheese

1 cup

shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup

grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup

chopped fresh basil

Sea salt ((or Himalayan salt) and ground black pepper (to taste; optional))

Nonstick cooking spray