PENNE WITH TWO TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA

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We used penne rigate pasta for this dish because its ridges catch the pieces of tomato, garlic, and chive. Rigatoni or medium shells would also work well.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Coarse salt and ground pepper
12 ounces penne rigate
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 cup snipped chives

Steps:

  • Place cheese in freezer. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water; drain pasta and set aside.
  • In pasta pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and pasta water. Cook until cherry tomatoes soften, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Add pasta, chilled cheese, and chives to pot, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 23 g

michael odhiambo
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. My kids love it and it's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


S Shiraz
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This dish is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can make it. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quick and easy pasta dish.


Angel Remirez
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I'm not a fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was light and flavorful, and the mozzarella added a nice creaminess.


umarshah king786
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy pasta dish. It's always a winner.


Olivia Hendricks
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Lyle heynes
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This dish is so versatile. You can add any vegetables you like, or even some cooked chicken or shrimp.


Christine Alicia Bush
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I added a bit of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little extra spice. It was the perfect touch.


Abby Tackett
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This pasta dish is a great way to showcase fresh tomatoes. I used ripe, juicy tomatoes from my garden and they made the dish extra delicious.


Avagi Hima
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's made with just a few ingredients, but it's packed with flavor.


Issa Moihammadou
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Daniyal Mir
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's now one of my favorite pasta dishes.


Pubg Acc
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. My kids love it and it's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Nakash Ahmad
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This dish is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can make it. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quick and easy pasta dish.


Namaste Photography
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was light and flavorful, and the mozzarella added a nice creaminess.


abdulkhakiq pathan
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. I always have a few tomatoes sitting around and this is a great way to use them up.


Amos Nsenga
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The sauce was flavorful and the mozzarella was perfectly melted. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


zulkifal dawar
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This pasta dish is a staple in my kitchen. It's quick, easy, and always a hit with my family. The combination of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil is simply irresistible.