The Art of Cheese — Hen of the Woods and Green Chili Pasta with Aged Havarti

Name: The Art of Cheese — Hen of the Woods and Green Chili Pasta with Aged Havarti
Ingredients: 1 lb of whole wheat or regular penne; 25 ounces ounces favorite tomato sauce; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 8 ounces or 2 cups of fresh mushrooms, rinsed or 1 cup dried mushrooms (re-hydrating instructions below); ½ onion, chopped; 2 Indian green chili peppers (or Serrano, jalapeño), minced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup Castello aged Havarti cheese, shredded; salt and pepper to taste; herbs for garnish (fresh oregano, basil, parsley) – optional