Recipes: Pesto, Artichokes and Tomato with Penne

Instructions

Heat 3 tablespoons oil reserved from artichokes in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion is tender, about 7 minutes. Add tomatoes with their juices and artichokes. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly. Add pesto; simmer 2 minute longer.

Mix sauce in pasta and add cheese. Season pasta with salt and pepper. Transfer pasta to large bowl. Serve, passing additional Parmesan separately.

 
Serves: 4
Preparation time: 30 mins
Cooking time: 30 mins

Ingredients

1/2 cup Belmondo Pesto Genovese

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

6 - 7 oz. marinated artichoke hearts, drained,3 tablespoons oil reserved

1 large onion chopped

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar

7 large garlic cloves, chopped

5-6 medium diced tomatoes in juice

12 ounces penne pasta, freshly cooked

Salt and pepper

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