Are you looking for a delightful and easy-to-make pasta dish? Look no further than penne alla checca, a classic Italian dish that combines the flavors of fresh tomatoes, fragrant basil, and savory cheese. This versatile dish can be prepared in a few simple steps and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a meatless version or one with added sausage or vegetables, this recipe guide has you covered. Join us as we explore the delicious world of penne alla checca and discover the secrets to creating this irresistible dish at home.
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ALLA CHECCA
A wonderful recipe for an uncooked sauce made with fresh garden tomatoes and you don't have to cook a thing except for the pasta!
Provided by Star Pooley
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 2h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil in a non-metal bowl. Stir in salt. Cover with plastic wrap. Allow to sit at room temperature at least 2 hours, or as long as 10 hours.
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain. Pour uncooked sauce over hot pasta, and toss. Add grated Parmesan cheese to your liking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 609.7 calories, Carbohydrate 69.4 g, Cholesterol 85.1 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 76.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
SPAGHETTINI WITH CHECCA SAUCE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 23m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, tender but still firm to the bite, stirring often, about 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the next 7 ingredients in a food processor. Pulse just until the tomatoes are coarsely chopped (do not puree).
- Drain the pasta, reserving some of the pasta water. Toss the pasta with the tomato mixture and fresh mozzarella in a large bowl. Add some of the reserved pasta water (about 1/4 cup) if the sauce looks dry. Serve immediately.
SPAGHETTI ALLA CHECCA
This is a light refreshing -- an almost no cook meal for hot days! The only work involved here is cooking the pasta.
Provided by Holiday1234
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil.
- Add a tablespoon of salt and the pasta.
- Be sure all the strands are submerged.
- While that cooks combine tomatoes, mozzarella and herbs.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a saucepan until smoking hot.
- Pour over the tomato mixture.
- When pasta is done, drain and add to the tomato mixture.
- Toss until well coated.
- Cover bowl and let stand about 2 minutes so the cheese begins to melts.
PASTA à LA CHECCA
Provided by Victoria Granof
Categories Garlic Pasta Tomato Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Arugula Summer Healthy Vegan Cookie
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Cook the pasta until al dente.
- 2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, squeeze the tomatoes to break them up (it's faster than chopping, and your kid will likely love joining in).
- 3. Add the garlic, oil, arugula (if using), salt, and pepper; set aside.
- 4. Drain the pasta (reserving 1/2 cup of the water) and toss it with the tomatoes. If the pasta is still a little dry, add some of the cooking water.
- 5. Let sit until the heat from the pasta has cooked the tomatoes and garlic slightly and wilted the arugula, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
PENNE ALLA PUTTANESCA
"Big on flavor and short on time" is how Tony Mantuano describes this wonderfully easy Southern Italian pasta dish. Featuring anchovies, capers, and garlic sautéed together and tossed with black Taggiasca olives and San Marzano tomatoes, the sauce comes together in less time than it takes to cook the pasta itself, and is ideal for an easy weeknight meal.
Provided by Tony Mantuano
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook the pasta and the sauce: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta to the boiling water, stir, and cook until al dente, about 3 minutes less than what the box advises. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by heating oil in a skillet over low heat. Rinse the anchovies and the capers under cold water to remove the salt, then soak in a small bowl of water for several minutes. Remove the pits from the olives by quickly smashing them with the side of a knife, then fillet the anchovies by removing the backbone (the longer they're soaked, the easier this will be). Add the anchovies, capers, garlic, olives, and parsley to the skillet, and cook until the anchovies are broken up and the garlic is lightly browned. Using a fork or your hands, break up the tomatoes in a mixing bowl and add to the skillet. Simmer sauce for 1-2 minutes, then check for seasoning (sauce will be naturally salty) and adjust with pepper.
- Assemble the dish: Perform the pasta "marriage ceremony" by reserving 1 cup of the pasta water and draining the rest. Return the pasta to the pot. Add the pasta water and puttanesca sauce into the pot. Cook over low heat, gently tossing the pasta with the sauce for 2 minutes to allow it to marry with the sauce. The pasta should still be firm to the bite. Transfer to a platter or bowl, garnish with more chopped parsley, and serve.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients, especially the tomatoes. Fresh, ripe tomatoes will give your sauce the best flavor.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your own taste. If you like more garlic, add more. If you like a spicier sauce, add some chili flakes.
- Serve the pasta immediately after it's cooked. This will prevent the pasta from becoming mushy.
- Garnish the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. This will add a pop of flavor and color to the dish.
Conclusion:
Penne alla checca is a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its simple ingredients and vibrant flavors, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty pasta recipe, give penne alla checca a try.
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