Ziti With Smoked Salmon Recipe

Name: Ziti With Smoked Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 ripe plum tomatoes, about 1 pound; 3/4 pound ziti or any tubular pasta of your choice; Salt to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic; 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup pepper vodka; 1/2 pound sliced smoked salmon, cut into 1 1/2-inch strips; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro or basil; Freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

5 ripe plum tomatoes, about 1 pound
3/4 pound ziti or any tubular pasta of your choice
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup pepper vodka
1/2 pound sliced smoked salmon, cut into 1 1/2-inch strips
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro or basil
Freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino cheese (optional)

1
Core the tomatoes and drop them into boiling water for 10 to 12 seconds.
2
Drain immediately and peel.
3
The skin should come off easily if you use a paring knife.
4
Cut the tomatoes into 1/2-inch cubes.
5
There should be about 2 1/4 cups.
6
Cook the ziti in salted water according to the package directions.
7
The pasta should be al dente.
8
Drain, and reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
9
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet and add the garlic and shallots.
10
Cook briefly, stirring, without browning.
11
Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper.
12
Cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
13
Add the cream and vodka.
14
Bring to a simmer and cook 1 minute.
15
Add the pasta and reserved cooking liquid to the tomato sauce.
16
Blend well and simmer 1 minute.
17
Add the salmon, butter and cilantro.
18
Toss well and cook 1 minute.
19
Serve with cheese if desired.

692

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 ripe plum tomatoes, about 1 pound, 3/4 pound ziti or any tubular pasta of your choice, Salt to taste, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Ziti With Smoked Salmon falls under the Seafood 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.

Ziti With Smoked Salmon

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