Penne Napoletana

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Penne Napoletana

Penne Napoletana, a quick & flavorful Italian pasta dish. Easy recipe using garlic, olives, & basil. Perfect weeknight dinner!

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Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 4-5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • ½ cup kalamata olives (or any other olives)
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes canned
  • ½ cup basil fresh leaves
  • 1 teaspoon salt (plus more for the pasta water)
  • ½ cup parmesan (grated)
  • 8 oz penne pasta (or fusilli or other short pasta)
  • ¼ cup ricotta cheese (per serving, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the penne pasta and cook according to package directions, usually about 10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water and drain. Set aside.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, heat a large sauté or fry pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, and black pepper and sauté until just fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Next, add the kalamata olives, tomato, basil leaves, salt, and Parmesan. Turn the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5-7 minutes while the pasta is boiling.
  4. Lastly, add the cooked penne and reserved pasta water to the pan and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the sauce is thickened and sticking to the pasta. Serve with a few dollops of ricotta cheese.

Notes

  • Add up to an entire head of garlic for more flavor! 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 1822kcal (91%) Carbohydrates 198g (66%) Protein 60g (120%) Fat 90g (138%) Saturated Fat 23g (115%) Polyunsaturated Fat 9g (53%) Monounsaturated Fat 54g (270%) Cholesterol 66mg (22%) Sodium 4578mg (191%) Potassium 1456mg (31%) Fiber 15g (60%) Sugar 18g (36%) Vitamin A 2376IU (48%) Vitamin C 28mg (31%) Calcium 936mg (94%) Iron 8mg (44%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1822 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 1822kcal 91%
Carbohydrates 198g 66%
Protein 60g 120%
Fat 90g 138%
Saturated Fat 23g 115%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9g 53%
Monounsaturated Fat 54g 270%
Cholesterol 66mg 22%
Sodium 4578mg 191%
Potassium 1456mg 31%
Fiber 15g 60%
Sugar 18g 36%
Vitamin A 2376IU 48%
Vitamin C 28mg 31%
Calcium 936mg 94%
Iron 8mg 44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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