Penne with Spicy Tomato Sauce, Capers and Olives

By á-7901

Ingredients

• 1 BOX Barilla Penne
• 1/2 POUND Small Zucchini, Sliced Into 1/4-Inch Thick Half Moon Shapes
• 2 CLOVES Garlic, Sliced Very Thin
• 12 LEAVES Fresh Basil, Torn In Half
• 1 POUND Tomato, Canned, Roughly Chopped, Retain Seeds, Reserve Liquid
• 1/2 CUP Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 TABLESPOONS Salt-Packed Giant Capers, Rinsed, Drained
• 1/4 CUP Small Black Olive
• 1/2 Fresh Lemon, Juiced
• 2 TABLESPOONS Red Chili Pepper Flakes
• TO TASTE Black Pepper, Freshly Ground

Preparation

Step 1

COMBINE the zucchini, garlic, basil, tomatoes, olive oil, capers, olives, lemon juice, and salt in a large bowl. Allow to stand in cool place for 1/2 hour.
BRING a large pot of water to a boil.
COOK the Penne according to the package instructions, about 10 to 12 minutes.
DRAIN the pasta and add to the cool vegetables. Toss in chili flakes, additional basil (if desired) and black pepper.