INGREDIENTS
1
, 12-ounce package whole wheat penne pasta
2
, 9-ounces package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
15 oz
part-skim ricotta cheese (OK to substitute low fat or even whole milk ricotta, but do not use fat free)
3 tbsp
white wine vinegar, white balsamic vinegar, or champagne vinegar
2 tbsp
extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp
minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
1 tsp
dried basil
1 tsp
Dijon mustard
1 tsp
kosher salt
1/2 tsp
freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp
crushed red pepper flakes
1
, 12-ounce jar roasted red bell peppers, drained and thinly sliced
3 tbsp
capers, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup
chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup
freshly grated Parmesan cheese