Grecian Pasta Recipe

Name: Grecian Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Olive Sauce; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped; 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped; Other ingredients needed; 4 ounces penne pasta; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; Garnishes; 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled; 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

Servings: persons

Olive Sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped
1 teaspoon parsley, chopped
Other ingredients needed
4 ounces penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves, chopped
Garnishes
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

1
The sauce for this recipe is to be cooked quickly over a high flame so it is recommended that you have all ingredients preped and ready when you begin.
2
Start by placing the olive sauce ingredients into a bowl and set aside. Place pasta into a large pot of boiling salted water. (Penne generally takes 10-12 minutes to cook al dente).
3
When pasta is about 3-4 minutes from done, melt the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the garlic. Add the olive sauce and let it simmer until pasta is ready.
4
Drain pasta well, return it to the pot and stir in 2/3 of the sauce. Place the pasta onto a serving plate and pour the rest of the sauce over top. Sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh basil.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Olive Sauce, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Grecian Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grecian Pasta

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