Penne With Heirloom Tomatoes, Basil, Green Beans an

Name: Penne With Heirloom Tomatoes, Basil, Green Beans and Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 to 8 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed, strings removed if necessary, and broken in half if very long; 2 cups chopped fresh ripe tomatoes; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 plump garlic clove, minced (more to taste); Salt (I like to use a very good coarse sea salt or fleur de sel for this); freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional); 2 tablespoons slivered basil; 2 ounces crumbled feta (about 1/2 cup); 3/4 pound pasta (penne or fusilli are good choices)

Servings: persons

1
Combine the olive oil, tomatoes, garlic, basil, salt and pepper in a large bowl, and let sit for 15 to 30 minutes (or longer).
2
Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil.
3
Fill a bowl with ice water.
4
Add the green beans to the boiling water, and boil four to five minutes, depending on how crunchy you like them.
5
Remove with a strainer or skimmer, and transfer to the ice water.
6
Allow to cool for a few minutes, then drain and set aside.
7
Bring the water back to a boil, and add the pasta.
8
Cook until al dente, about eight minutes.
9
When the pasta is ready, drop the green beans back into the water to heat, then drain the pasta and beans and toss at once with the tomato mixture and the feta.
10
Serve hot or room temperature.

526

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 to 8 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed, strings removed if necessary, and broken in half if very long, 2 cups chopped fresh ripe tomatoes, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 plump garlic clove, minced (more to taste), and more.

Yes, Penne With Heirloom Tomatoes, Basil, Green Beans and Feta 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!

Penne With Heirloom Tomatoes, Basil, Green Beans and Feta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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