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Penne with Broccoli and Dried Tomatoes
This hearty vegetable dish recipe borrows flavors from Italian and Chinese cuisine.
Servings: Makes 4 side-dish servings.
Total: 20 mins
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Ingredients
8 ounces dried tomato-basil penne or plain ziti (2-1/4 cups)
4 cups broccoli flowerets
1/2 cup oil-packed dried tomatoes
1 cup sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup snipped fresh basil
Shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
1. Cook pasta according to package directions, adding broccoli the last 2 minutes of cooking; drain. Return pasta and broccoli to saucepan.
2. Meanwhile, drain tomatoes, reserving 2 tablespoons oil. Cut tomatoes into strips.
3. In a saucepan cook mushrooms, crushed red pepper, and garlic in reserved oil for 3 to 4 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. Stir in basil. Add to pasta along with tomato strips; toss gently to combine. Transfer to a warm serving dish. If desired, sprinkle with cheese. Makes 4 side-dish servings.
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