Mezze Penne Pasta Primavera Recipe

Mezze Penne Pasta Primavera Recipe

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Garlicky goodness! Lemon-kissed mezze penne primavera with asparagus, broccoli, & cherry tomatoes. Light, zesty, and packed with flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup good olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 cup sweet grape tomatoes, washed, thoroughly dried, and *scored
  • 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, minced
  • 1/2 cup carrot, cut into thin medallions
  • 1/3 cup sweet red pepper, cut into medium dice
  • 12 stalks pencil thin asparagus, washed, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2” segments
  • 1/2 cup scallions rings, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces mezze (mini) penne pasta noodles, cooked to just under “al dente”
  • 1/2 cup of pasta water (reserved, use if needed)
  • 6 large basil leaves, rolled and cut into thin ribbons (chiffonade)
  • 2 Tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese, plus extra for serving
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
  • Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to season
  • Red chile flakes, optional

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