Penne means “pen” in Italian and the tube-shaped pasta called for in this easy recipe was actually inspired by the quill of an old style ink pen.
3-4 small zucchini, sliced into ¼-inch thick
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
12 fresh basil leaves, torn in halves
1 can (15 oz) canned tomatoes with liquid, roughly chopped
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons salt-packed capers, rinsed and drained
¼ cup small black pitted olives
Juice from ½ lemon
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 box (1 pound) whole wheat penne
2 tablespoons red chili pepper flakes
Recipe and photo courtesy of Barilla
Maren W says: Is 2 TBSP really the correct amount of red pepper flakes? I know it has spicy in the title, but…whew. I see a Penne Arrabiata on Barilla’s site that calls for 2 TSP in 8 servings, I think that may be the intended amount for this recipe too?
Katherine-Oldways says: Feel free to adjust spiciness to your liking! Enjoy!
gail gibson says: Really tasty.
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