Gourmet Five Blend Sicilian Veggie Pasta Salad
Serving Size: 4-6
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Total Time: 35 Minutes
Ingredients:
1 lb. Pappardelle’s Gourmet Five Blend
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, sliced
1/2 tsp. crushed red chili pepper flakes
3 Tbsp. tomato paste
1-1/2 cups white wine
3 Tbsp. capers
1-1/2 cups olives of choice, pitted
1-1/2 cups cherry peppers
2 cups artichoke hearts
8 oz. cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
1-1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/3 cup of pasta water, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red chili flakes and cook, stirring constantly, until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Whisk in white wine and simmer, reducing heat as needed, until it is reduced by half, about 8-10 minutes. Add olives, cherry peppers, artichoke hearts and capers, cooking for 3 minutes more.
- Stir in pasta, reserved pasta water, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese and parsley, tossing to incorporate ingredients.
- Divide the pasta into serving dishes. Refrigerate or serve immediately. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley. Enjoy!