Name: Masala Pasta, Indian street style
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 16 oz penne rigate ((you can also use the regular penne pasta without any ridges)); 1/4 cup raw cashews; 4 medium tomatoes ((diced)); 2 heaping tbsp tomato paste; 1 tsp paprika ((optional, will add more color)); 4 dry red chili peppers ((like Kashmiri red chilis. If using a guajillo pepper, use just one or two. Soak the chili peppers in hot water for 15 minutes before using)); 12 cloves garlic ((peeled)); 1 tsp roasted cumin; 2 green bell peppers ((cut in a 1/2-inch dice)); 2 packets Maggi Masala Magic seasoning; 1 tsp curry powder; 1 tsp oregano; 2 tbsp vegetable oil