Penne alla Puttane d'Elba Recipe

Name: Penne alla Puttane d'Elba
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound young zucchini, sliced paper thin; 2 cloves garlic, sliced paper thin; 12 large leaves basil, torn in half; 1 pound overripe tomatoes, roughly chopped, retaining seeds and liquid; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons giant capers, rinsed of salt and drained; 1/4 cup tiny black olives; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons kosher or sea salt; 1 pound dried penne pasta, preferably Italian

Servings: persons

1/2 pound young zucchini, sliced paper thin
2 cloves garlic, sliced paper thin
12 large leaves basil, torn in half
1 pound overripe tomatoes, roughly chopped, retaining seeds and liquid
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons giant capers, rinsed of salt and drained
1/4 cup tiny black olives
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons kosher or sea salt
1 pound dried penne pasta, preferably Italian

1
In a large bowl, combine zucchini, garlic, basil, tomatoes, olive oil, capers, olives, lemon juice, pepper flakes, and salt.
2
Allow to stand in cool place 1/2 hour.
3
Meanwhile, bring 6 quarts water to boil in spaghetti pot and add 2 tablespoons salt.
4
Drop penne in and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10 to 12 minutes.
5
Drain pasta in colander and add pasta to cool vegetables in mixing bowl.
6
Stir gently to mix well and serve immediately.
7
This dish is not served hot!
8
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787

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound young zucchini, sliced paper thin, 2 cloves garlic, sliced paper thin, 12 large leaves basil, torn in half, 1 pound overripe tomatoes, roughly chopped, retaining seeds and liquid, and more.

Yes, Penne alla Puttane d'Elba 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.

Penne alla Puttane d'Elba

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