And the thing is, your outfit plays a pretty big role.If you are ready to make a big impression in the office or at the nightclub, you are going to discover that you can do it just by picking up the right kind of accessories. When you have invested in good clothes that are simple classics, you can easily jazz them up a little by using of the right jewelry, scarves or hair accessories. Check out this list of stylish ways that you can enhance your current wardrobe.

Jewelry

Jewelry is a great way to add accents to your wardrobe. If you are headed to the office, keep it simple and small. A murano glass pendant is a great way to add a little bit of shine and color to your outfit. If you have a wide neckline, choose a broad pendent that takes up space and commands attention. Earrings are also a wonderful way to make an outfit more exciting. Use earrings to complement the color of your outfit, adding a delightful echo close to your face. You can also break up the lines of your arms and wrists with bangles and a discreet anklet lends your leg a subtle sparkle at the nightclub.

Belts

Belts are an easy way to change a look in a flash, instantly update an outfit, and add much more than a way to just hold up some pants. When choosing a belt, think about contrast. You can either have the belt blend in (IE black on black) or or provide deep contrast (think orange on pink) to your outfit. A low contrast belt is usually best suited for those with  waistlines which aren’t that defined, because then it will give you a flattering line.  A high contrast belt, on the other hand, automatically draws more attention to the waistline.

Scarves

Scarves are wonderful and when you take a look at them, they are good for so much more than just keeping your neck and your head warm in winter. For example, if you are headed out for a spring day, choose a very narrow, very long scarf that gets draped around your neck in several loops. This adds some gorgeous motion to your stride. A colorful silk scarf wrapped around your head and paired with dark sunglasses is ideal when you are looking for a 1950’s movie star aesthetic. When you want something more whimsical, you’ll discover that a very small, narrow scarf wrapped around the wrist gives a gorgeous flutter to your hand gestures. Scarves are inexpensive and they come in a wide range of colors and styles, so think about how you can get the results you want.

Hats

Choosing the right hat is a must-do when you’re looking for something to top off your style. You will want to pick one that complements your personality, wardrobe, and face shape to help you feel confident in your signature look. When you invest in a hat, you’ll want to choose ones that are simple and in timeless styles combined with versatile colors. Fedoras, newsboy hats, and winter beanies are safe options, chosen in beiges, white, black, brown, and navy.

Hair Accessories

Whether you have very short hair or very long hair, there are some gorgeous hair accessories out there for you. If you have short hair, consider the recent trend for fascinators. Fascinators are relic from the twenties, and they simply include a rigid headband which has some decorations glued to them at one temple. For example, brighten up a dull look with something like a cluster of feathers or silk flowers right behind your ear. A simple gold barrette is a striking way to keep longer hair back, while a barrette that is shaped in some way adds a visual appeal to your outfit that is both striking and subtle.

Shoes

The best pop of colour can come from a shoe, and having different ways to wear bright shoes is key. There are plenty of different ways to wear them, but the easiest way is to wear a matching top: a relatively timeless style statement. You can also go the accessory route and match the shoes to a handbag of the same colour, pulling together a whole outfit. Bright shoes look fabulous with a neutral ensemble, and can make a statement all on their own, packing that extra punch against neutrals like cream, navy or white.

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But if you have 10 or so pounds that just won’t budge, the answer is adding in a little more discipline. It’s key to keeping the consistency with the exercise and being diet-centric to maximize the efforts you are making.

And here’s how:

Make Menus

By knowing what you are going to eat and when, you’re much more bound to follow your own guidelines. This helps you when you reach for a snack–and you’re already knowing what is on tap. Aim for three meals and two or three snacks per day, eating every few hours or so. By eating often, you get your metabolism going, and it prevents you from becoming to that point of starving. Rotating your meals is a good idea; instead of eating the same thing every day, change it up. For example, if slow-cooked oats are breakfast one day, have eggs and whole grain toast the next, then a smoothie with a muffin the day after.

Fill Up on Fibre

Loading up with vegetables and fruits is a great way to get more fibre into your diet. Your goal should be to have vegetables and fruit as half of your meals and snacks. Serve up a single serving of your protein and starch/whole grains, then fill out the rest with a load of fresh produce. Because fibre passes slowly through your body, your metabolism stays up, and helps keep you feeling full. Go for at least 25 grams of fibre per day.

Be Aware… and Beware

There are a ton of hidden calories in sauces and other condiments. If you’re out at a restaurant, for example, creamy sauces like alfredo can be a diet damager. Opt for lighter sauces, like tomato sauce, instead. For sandwiches, swap out the loaded mayo with mustard, and for salads, go for vinaigrette based options, instead. Though some may seem caloric, often it is good fats from olive oils–just be sure to read the label, first.

Know What Goes In

Though you don’t have to be a controlling calorie counter, just understand how many calories are truly going in. Track it for a few days, and then you’ll have a rough idea. This will help you determine if you’re eating too much, or too little. Even better, plug it into an app or website, such as MyFitnessPal or MyPlate, which will break down if you are eating the right kinds of calories, the amount of fibre you are eating, and if you’re overloading on sugar or fat.

Log Your Workouts

Notice what you’re really doing when you workout and how much effort you are putting in. Did you run 10 km this morning? Or did you take a shortcut? Did you rest today, even though intervals were on the schedule? Follow a training plan which will help you be consistent and reach your goals. Make sure that you balance both cardiovascular exercise with strength training. In order to maximize lean mass, use exercises for your major muscles, like squats, push-ups, lunges, bench presses, and pull-ups.

Enter Soul food, a cuisine that is based on the traditional foods of African Americans.

For a recipe idea and some facts about the food, keep reading.

What does soul food mean?

Soul food is used to define the type of cuisine associated with African American culture in the southern United States. The term came about the mid-1960s, and the word “soul” was often used to describe different aspects of African American culture.

What exactly is soul food?

When making soul food, you’re thinking about getting right now into the soul, loaded with comforting favourites that were created by slaves who needed to refuel after a hard day. Think cracklins, chitterlings, chicken fried steak, cornbread, johnny cakes, and hoppin’ John, just to name a few.

Common ingredients included chicken liver and gizzards, ham hocks, shrimp, black-eyed peas, cabbage, lima beans, green beans, sweet potatoes, and cornmeal.

Like any classic cuisine, the best recipes are the ones that are passed down–verbally–from generation to generation. Luckily, many folks have started to write these down, though those special touches are often neglected (you know, just like grandma used to make).

If you’re searching for some soul food, here’s an easy and delicious recipe to start you off.

Hoppin’ John

Classic, easy to put together, and oh-so-delicious, this recipe is a simple way to get started into soul food. Be sure to plan ahead and soak the black-eyed peas overnight.

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large ham hock
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 pound black-eyed peas, soaked overnight and rinsed
1 quart good-quality chicken stock or broth
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
Sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste
Water, as needed
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
3 to 4 cups cooked white or brown rice

Directions:
Heat the olive oil in a large stock pot over medium-high heat. Add the ham hock and sear it on all sides, until nicely browned, just a couple minutes per side. Add the chopped onion, celery, and green pepper. Cook for about 4 to 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and continue to cook until garlic is fragrant, about 2 minutes longer.

Add the black-eyed peas, chicken stock, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 40 minutes, until the peas are creamy and tender, stirring occasionally, adding additional water if necessary (you can also add additional chicken stock).

Once the peas are tender, adjust the seasonings to taste. Stir in the green onion. Serve warm over rice.

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Evernote is an app that keeps track of anything and everything.

Whether you’ve had it for years or are now just thinking of downloading it, here are the top tips and tricks for getting the most out of it.

Manage Your Contacts

Evernote is an excellent source for keeping track of your growing list of contacts. It is helpful for expanding those past the ones that you regularly keep in touch with, when you want to keep the clutter out of your phone’s address book (think: that contact you met at the conference last year).

All you need to do is create a Contacts folder, and tag any messages with keywords that will help remember who they are. If they are someone in your building, write your work title. If you might have a possible business venture with someone else, note what the plan was.

Even better, you can directly scan their business cards, save them to Evernote, and Evernote will use their character recognition to install all of their contact info. You don’t even need to type it.

Simplifying Web Clips

The Web clipping feature on Evernote is great, but sometimes we don’t want to save the entire page; instead, we might want to score a paragraph or section, or even just an image. For this, get the Firefox extension or the Chrome extension, which limits what you can take by highlighting just the part you want to save. Highlight it as per usual, then tap or clip on the Clip Selection.

Mobile Must-Have

To get the most out of your mobile version of Evernote, take loads of pictures, record as you need to, scan in everything, and transfer as much as possible. It’s great to have it, literally, in the palm of your hand.

Tweet and Email

Both of these will let you remind yourself of details that you want to keep in line. You can link your Evernote account to accept Twitter message, and import important emails for later reference. Evernote assigns users an email address for receiving email to be turned into notes, which helps those who are constantly emailing themselves details to remind them of whatever, anyway. Even better, Evernote automatically sets the subject and changes the body, as well as deals with the attachments.

Local and Shared Folders

Sometimes you down want to upload all your data, especially if files are too large and security is an issue. In that case, create a Local Folder that won’t be synced. Because the default is to have a Synced folder, choose the option of a  “Local Notebook” instead of “Synchronized Notebook.” Not only won’t this sync, but it also won’t be used in your quota.  One caveat: you can’t change the notebook type after it is made. But because copying and pasting can be done with these, this isn’t much of an issue if you need to move them.

Shared notebooks, on the other hand, are perfect for those working together on projects. Users can create and modify notebooks, and send them to each other. If they don’t need to be able to edit the material, you can also share with users that don’t have an Evernote account.

However, the most important thing to keep in mind is that to choose the best hosting service, you have to pick the one that works best for you. Regardless if you’re looking for something simple or a little more complex, you need a reliable web host with lots of support.

That is the key to help a website be the best that it can be.

Luckily, there are many great hosting companies that do just this.

Here are the top tips for what to look for in a hosting company, and where you’ll find it. And if you’re unsure where to begin, explore sites like hostingreviews.com with details on deciphering the right type of web host for you.

Storage Space

A key to the perfect webhost is making sure that you get an ample amount of storage space and bandwidth for what you need it for. If you have a plain and simple website, you won’t be taking up much space at all. However, if you add in images, audio, and video files, you’ll need even more space depending on how much you include. A basic guideline is that a personal website or simple business site needs up to about 25 megabytes, whereas a site loaded with info or merchandise might top 2 gigabytes. The good part in looking for a host to accommodate you is that most of them offer far more than you will ever need, so this shouldn’t really be a concern.

The only time this might be an issue is if you have future projects in mind and want to use the same space. If your company grows, your website will, too, and you want to be sure you choose a good web host that can accommodate these changes.

Bandwidth

When it comes to bandwidth, consider the estimated number of hits per day on your website. For example, 100 hits or so won’t need more than a maximum bandwidth of 20 gigabytes, but a highly interactive site will need much more. In this case, a good hosting company and plan, like from mediatemple.net, should be able to quote you prices that will suit your needs, and it will be reflected on how well your website runs.

Be aware, though, of the idea of unlimited bandwidth. For example, justhost.com offers this, but the fine print basically says that they don’t. Web hosts have to pay for bandwidth, so it is impossible for them to offer it to you for free (otherwise they would be bankrupt). When web hosts offer “unlimited” bandwidth, it means that they are estimating how much usage their average customer could need, but the charge still goes back to you.

Company History and Profile

Research the company that you plan on using. Stay wary of newcomers–sure, they might be grand, but it is best to pick a company with a few years under their belt. If they are successful after a few years, the chances of them being a stable company is much more secure. In addition, they should have an uptime of at least 95%, and a good tech-support staff. Look for clauses in their terms and conditions regarding extra charges, especially on technical support. Reviews and word-of-mouth are generally good indicators of a good company, and hostgator.com is one that is generally on top.

Do some research and gather up some contacts, including phone numbers, of satisfied clientele who can be directly contacted for feedback on the services provided by the host.

Tech and Customer Support

There really isn’t an excuse for companies not to have technical support 24/7, with quality service to boot. They should be a web-savvy competent team of professionals that can help you with an issue and be able to get you to a solution. bluehost.com offers a great, reliable support package.

False Advertising and Discounts

It is pretty easy to write up a low-priced package with loads of benefits. After all, paying a year in advance is the best deal, right? Not always. Be aware of discounts that are too good to be true (they probably are), and check to make sure the ads are legit and make sense. And just keep in mind: never sign up with a web hosting service provider without a money-back guarantee.

And one of the best ways to do this? Get moving.

As soon as the first sign up warmer weather hits the outdoors, there is no better way to get on some running shoes and start a beginning runner training program.

In fact, you won’t be alone. Almost 50 million folks enjoy the single-person sport each year, according to Running USA’s State of the Sport. Not only that, but in the last ten years or do, the total amount of runners and joggers went up forty percent–and that’s just outdoors. As for the treadmill? It was pretty similar, with an impressive 38 percent. Trail running went up 16 percent, while walking for fitness was up by 21 percent.

Starting a running program, however, can be a bit of a lofty goal, and some folks find themselves a little overwhelmed with how to get started.

We love running because it is easy to access (no gym required) and super cheap (just some workout clothes and a pair of good running shoes), and you’re good to go.

Here are some tips for ensuring success when starting any sort of running program.

Get the Right Shoes

The first step before you step out is to make sure you’re wearing the right shoes. The best way to approach this is to visit an independent running store. These stores are generally owned, run by, and staffed by people who love running. They often have a knowledgeable staff that will provide gait analysis which can give you the perfect shoe after looking at your foot strike pattern. This will determine if you overpronate, underpronate or have a neutral gait which will help to reduce injury and ensure comfort.

Wear the Right Clothes

Along with the shoes, you’ll likely want some technical fabric running shorts, shirts, and socks. Though basic shorts and a tee-shirt can do the trick, technical fabric includes items made of bamboo, smartwool, polyester, nylon, and Lyrca materials, all of which allow the moisture to be wicked away from your body. Avoid wearing clothes from 100 percent cotton, which can cause chaffing, irritation, and even blisters.

Join a Running Club

One of the biggest forms of motivation is running with others. If you join a running club, there are also two other factors:  accountability and commitment. If there are folks counting on you–whether it is a whole group or just a running partner–you’re more bound to make it out on a day that you just don’t feel like going.

Follow a Schedule

The best way to start running is to follow and actual plan. There are many beginning running programs, such as the infamous Couch to 5km, and most running stores offer clubs, coaches, and programs to get you started. An effective way, which is used by the Couch to 5km program, is alternating between running and walking to reach 30 minutes, gradually increasing the running distance each time.

Eat Right

Even if you are running to lose weight, it is important to fuel yourself properly for your runs. As you start to increase your runs, consider a combination of complex carbohydrates with protein (about 200 calories work) about 90 minutes before your run. This will help you digest the food as well as provide you with enough energy. Though you should test out what works for you, toast with peanut butter, a banana with some almond butter, or a yogurt with cereal are good choices. After you run, the general recommendation is eating a 4:1 ratio of carbohydrates to protein within 30 minutes after a run is optimal for refueling your muscles.

And Drink Up, Too

Just like fueling right, it is important to be well hydrated for your runs. Try to drink about 20 ounces of water two hours before you go for your run. Once you increase your distance, or if you live in a very warm climate, drink up during the run, as well. If you exceed 60 minutes, consider refueling with an electrolyte-rich beverage, such as coconut water.

Do Your Body Good

There are three steps to ensure running success in your training regime. First, it is important to warm up your muscles, such as with a five minute walk or another form of dynamic stretching. This will help prevent injury and get your body prepared for exercise. Next, listen to your body. If you feel uncomfortable (meaning pain), stop running. Anything that is more than your basic muscle soreness needs to be looked after. Finally, make sure you rest. Resting is just as important as the physical workout itself, allowing your body to take the time to rebuild muscle and recover from the activity. During rest, the body repairs the tears that occur during exercise, which, in turn, makes you stronger.

It doesn’t take a lot of work to create vehicle vibrancy, and here are our top tips for keeping the best care of your car.

Buff Out the Scratches

Our cars will eventually get so many microscratches, that a hazy look will develop in the clear coat paint that is on top. These can be easily buffed out with polish that is applied using an orbital polisher. If you have deeper scratches, you’ll need to use touch-up paint. Word of the wise: just don’t use a brush; instead, opt for an applicator that is specifically designed so it will be as precise as possible.

Check the Lenses

Over time, the plastic headlight lenses tend to get pretty dull. You can use a plastic polish that is made for vinyl rear windows of convertibles that will take care of the fog.

Moisturize

To keep the life of the dash, doors, and seats as long as possible, you should routinely moisturize them. The coverings of these ares are generally vinyl or plastic; if so, then use a thin coat of vinyl cleaner, apply with a soft cloth, and gently rub it in. If you have leather, use a separate cleaner and conditioner. If it is a mix, use cleaners that are designed for leather products. Do this twice a year.

Clean off the Sap

Sap can zap the life of your car. Be sure to never scrape it off; if you do, you’ll take off the paint with it. Instead, use a few coats of bug and tar remover, which will soften the sap. Then, use a plastic razor (available at any auto store) to shave it off. When you’re done, buff and wax the area.

The Mats Matter

To clean the floor mats, treat them with a degreaser and use a soft nylon brush to work out any possible stains. Then take them outside, hose them down, and let them air dry.

Clear off the Bumpers

Especially if you want to ditch old bumper stickers or dealer nameplates, it is easy to clean off the bumpers. Use a strand of fishing line to saw through the adhesive holding, then if anything is left on, use a goo remover to soften the adhesive. If the stickers are vinyl, use a hair dryer to warm them first.

Watch the Seal

If the rubber gaskets on the doors soon break down, you’ll be hearing air whistling through the cracks and start getting water leaks. To keep these intact, keep them smooth and soft with a cleaner and a polish that are specifically designed for rubber, and use it twice a year.

Featuring Cornish hens, asparagus, dill butter, and more, it is easy to prepare, elegant, and delicious, to boot. Serve alongside with a mixed greens salad to round it out.

Here’s what to make:

Roasted Stuffed Cornish Hens

For the stuffing:
2 tablespoons butter
3 leeks (just the whites), sliced
1 celery stalk, thinly sliced
1 carrot, peeled and thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups brown basmati rice
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon grated leon zest
Sea salt and fresh pepper to taste

For the hens:
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
4 (1 1/2 pound) Cornish hens
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
Few grinds freshly ground pepper

To make the stuffing, put the butter in a large saucepan. Melt over medium-high heat. Add the leeks, celery, carrot, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 7 minutes.

Add the rice, stirring to coat. Add the chicken broth, tarragon, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and cover. Simmer until the rice is tender and no liquid remains, about 40 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

To prepare the hens, remove the neck and giblets from the cavities. Fill each one with about 1/2 cup of the stuffing. Mix together the butter and zest. Brush each hen with the mixture. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Put the remaining stuffing in an 8×8-inch baking dish. Cover with foil. Place the hens, breast side up, on a rack in a roasting pan.

Bake for 45 minutes, basting occasionally. Add the stuffing to the oven. Bake until the stuffing is hot and the thermomenter inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 185F/85C, about 30 minutes (uncover the stuffing at about the 15 minute mark).

Let stand 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

Roasted Carrots and Asparagus with Dill Butter

3 bunches of carrots, peeled and trimmed
1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt and fresh ground pepper
3 tablespoons butter
3 shallots, diced
1/3 cup chopped fresh dill

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Cut the carrots in half length-wise, then cut again once more. If they are very long, slice in half. In a large bowl, toss together the carrots, half of the oil, and some salt and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Bake for 30 minutes. Meanwihle, put the asparagus in the bowl and add the remaining oil and some salt and pepper. Toss to mix. Remove the carrots from the oven. Give them a toss. Add the asparagus. Bake until carrots and asparagus are tender, about 12 to 15 minutes longer.

While these are roasting, put the butter in a small skillet on medium heat. Cook the shallots, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the dill. Toss with the carrots and asparagus.

Steamed Fingerlings with Mint

1 1/4 pounds fingerling potatoes
2 tablespoons shredded fresh mint
2 tablespoons butter
Sea salt and fresh ground pepper

Put the potatoes in a steamer basic. Cover and steam until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Add the mint and butter. Toss to coat, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Chocolate Souffle

2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
2 tablespoons butter
4 eggs, separated
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
2/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons strong coffee
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup whipping cream, whipped

Take a 24 inch long piece of aluminum foil. Fold it in half lengthwise. Generously butter a 3 inch strip on one edge, lengthwise. Wrap the foil around a 7 inch souffle dish, with the buttered strong facing in and above the rip. Secure with kitchen twine.

Coarsely chop the chocolate. Melt in a  double boiler with the butter, stirring occasionally.

Preheat the oven to 375F.

Put the egg whites and cream of tartar in a separate bowl. beat until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in 1/3 cup of the sugar, just about 2 tablespoons at a time, until stiff peaks have formed. Set aside.

Put the egg yolks in another bowl. Beat them with the remaining sugar for about 5 minutes until thickened and the mixture is in ribbons. Add  the chocolate and coffee. Beat until well blended.

Fold about a quarter of the egg whites into the chocolate mixture. Gently fold in the rest. Scrape into the prepared dish.

Put the dish on the baking sheet. Bake for about 35 minutes until puffed and almost firm to the touch. Remove the pan and cut the string. Remove the foil. Dush with cocoa powder. Serve immediately with whipped cream.

Saving money doesn’t have to be making sacrifices that you’ll truly miss. Instead, here are some creative ways to spend less but save more.

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If you’ve had a late day at work and the last thing you want to do is cook, take a few extra moments than just heating up a jar of sauce in your pantry.

These three pasta dishes are incredibly easy to make, loaded with good-for-you ingredients, and more interesting than a bit of sauce and a sprinkle of cheese.

Rotini with Walnuts, Peas, and Cauliflower

8 ounces whole grain rotini noodles
1 pound cauliflower, cut into florets
1 carrot, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan
1/4 cup walnut pieces, toasted

Prepare the pasta as per the package’s directions. When there are 5 minutes left, add the cauliflower and carrots to the water. Stir in the peas in the last minute. Ladle out 1/3 of the cooking liquid then drain completely. Return the mixture to the pot. Stir in the oil, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add a bit of the cooking liquid, just so it is a little creamy. Sprinkle with walnuts and cheese. Serve warm.

Fettucine Bolognese

8 ounces whole grain fettucine
8 ounces extra-lean ground beef or bison
1 medium onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 (14.5oz) can  diced tomatoes with chilies
1/2 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup water
Sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

Prepare the pasta as per the package’s directions. Drain well.

Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the beef and cook, breaking it into smaller pieces, until browned, about 4 minutes. Add the onion, carrot, garlic, and oregano. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables start to soften, about 2 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook for 2 minutes longer. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, and water. bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper. Toss with pasta. Serve warm.

The Best Pasta Primavera

3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into thin strips
2 medium zucchini, cut into thin strips
2 medium yellow squash, cut into thin strips
2 red onions, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 orange bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
1 1/4 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 pound penne pasta
20 cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half
About 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese