Penne with Cherry Tomatoes, Olives & Pecorino

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Ingredients

• 1 lb penne
• 1/2 C + 1 T olive oil
• 1 C basil
• 1/2 C parsley
• 2 cloves halved garlic
• 2 t thyme
• 2 t marjoram
• Salt
• 1 1/2 lb halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/3 C coarsely chopped Kalamata olives
• 1 C grated Pecorino cheese
• Pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Cook penne until al dente. Drain & toss with 1 T olive oil. Let cool to room temp.
Meanwhile in blender, puree basil, parsley, garlic, thyme, marjoram with remaining 1/2 C olive oil. Season with salt & peper.
In large bowl, toss penne with herb puree, tomatoes & olive. Let stand at room temp. for at least 10 min to develop flavor. Just before serving add Pecorino, season with salt & pepper & toss well.

103.2 Cal