ELBOW MACARONI WITH PINE NUTS, LEMON AND FENNEL

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Elbow Macaroni with Pine Nuts, Lemon and Fennel image

Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup toasted Mediterranean pine nuts
2 tablespoons finely chopped kalamata olives
1 tablespoon minced red cherry peppers
1 tablespoon chopped capers
Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tablespoons juice)
1 small fennel bulb, trimmed, cored and thinly sliced, plus 1/2 cup fennel fronds, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
3 cups elbow macaroni (about 12 ounces)
1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino-Romano

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • In a large bowl, add the vinegar and 1/2 cup of the oil. Add the pine nuts, olives, cherry pepper, capers and lemon zest. Toss the sliced fennel with the lemon juice and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Combine the fennel with the dressing mixture. Add the fennel fronds and mint. Season with pepper. Let it sit while you cook the pasta.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse and pat dry on a sheet pan lined with a kitchen towel. In a large bowl, toss with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
  • Add the pasta to the fennel mixture and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle the pasta with the cheese. Serve room temperature.

AKOMAYE THERESA
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. You can add different vegetables or proteins to change up the flavor.


Phoenix Walton
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and everyone will love it.


UMbhed'uyajika Media Production
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni, but I loved this recipe. The lemon and fennel really brightened up the dish and the pine nuts added a nice crunch.


Akanni Peace
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This dish is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Alexis O'Connell
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I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The pine nuts and fennel add a really unique and flavorful twist.


muhiz azeez
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.


Maya Tamang
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lemon and fennel give it a really bright and refreshing taste.


Heshan Pathirana
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This is one of my go-to recipes when I'm short on time. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always delicious.


MD Nayime Hossen
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique and flavorful taste.


Sarah Feldpausch
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The lemon and fennel add a nice sweetness to the dish that kids will love.


Aneecha Arries
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I'm not a big fan of fennel, but I loved this recipe. The lemon and pine nuts really balanced out the flavor of the fennel.


Mariah Rose
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover macaroni.


Muhammad Adeel Muhammad Adeel
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. You can add different vegetables or proteins to change up the flavor.


Cornell Wilson
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This dish is so simple to make, but it's packed with flavor. The lemon and fennel really brighten up the dish and the pine nuts add a nice nutty flavor.


Abdifatah Ziiraaniyoh
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lemon and fennel give it a really unique and flavorful taste.


Hussain Mehdi
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The pine nuts and fennel add a really nice flavor to the dish.


MD Rashad khan
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The pine nuts added a nice crunch and the lemon and fennel gave it a bright and refreshing flavor.


Richard Henry
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The macaroni was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I especially liked the addition of lemon and fennel, which gave the dish a unique and refreshing flavor.


Robin Head
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The elbow macaroni with pine nuts, lemon, and fennel was a delightful dish! The flavors were bright and fresh, and the pine nuts added a nice nutty flavor. I would definitely make this again.