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Add more vitamins and minerals. Use Ronzoni® Smart Taste® pasta which is an excellent source of calcium, vitamin D and fiber.

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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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