Pasta Giovanni Recipe

Name: Pasta Giovanni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 quarts water; 1 tablespoon salt; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 1 whole garlic cloves; 5 cloves garlic minced; 1 pound pasta, fettuccine; 1/2 pound mushrooms fresh, sliced; 1/4 cup pecans coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup parsley leaves chopped; 1 can black olives sliced; 2 each pimentos picked, sliced; 1 x romano cheese grated

Servings: persons

8 quarts water
1 tablespoon salt
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 whole garlic cloves
5 cloves garlic minced
1 pound pasta, fettuccine
1/2 pound mushrooms fresh, sliced
1/4 cup pecans coarsely chopped
1/4 cup parsley leaves chopped
1 can black olives sliced
2 each pimentos picked, sliced
1 x romano cheese grated

1
Bring water and salt to boil in a large pot.
2
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and whole garlic clove.
3
( This keeps pasta from sticking and adds flavor).
4
Add pasta and boil, according to package directions, stirring occasionally.
5
Saute minced garlic until soft in oilive oil over mederately high heat.
6
Add sliced mushrooms and cook 2 to 3 minutes until soft.
7
Remove from heat and add nuts, parsley, olives, pimientos, mix well.
8
Drain pasta and return to pot.
9
Add olive oil mixture and toss pasta.
10
Serve warm with grated Romano cheese sprinkled over top.

828

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 quarts water, 1 tablespoon salt, 6 tablespoons olive oil, 1 whole garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Pasta Giovanni 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!

Pasta Giovanni

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