1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.

2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. In a blender, combine roasted red peppers, cottage cheese or tofu, sautéed garlic, parmesan, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.

4. Pour the blended sauce into the pan and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring often.

5. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until fully coated. Let it cook together for 1-2 minutes to absorb the flavor.

6. Garnish with fresh basil and additional parmesan if desired. Serve hot.