Vegetarian Penne alla Puttanesca

By gvcathy

Ingredients

• 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 large cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp. finely grated orange zest (from half a medium orange)
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (or red)
• One 28-oz. can whole tomatoes, coarsely chopped, juice reserved
• 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, rinsed and quartered
• 2 Tbs. capers, rinsed
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 8 oz. whole-grain penne pasta
• 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Details

Servings 1
Adapted from finecooking.com

Preparation

Step 1

Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the onion, orange zest, oregano, and pepper flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the wine and simmer until it has almost evaporated, about 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and their juice, olives, and capers. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook until al dente. Drain well.

Pour the pasta into the skillet and toss with the sauce. Divide the pasta among 4 bowls and sprinkle with cheese and parsley.

Serve with a mixed green salad and

Very good, nice brine taste to distinguish this dish from heavier saucier dishes. I guess that's what makes this Sicilian. since i don't like olives, i used double capers and it worked fine. Highly recommend!

Fast, easy, and I had all the ingredients in my pantry and fridge. Thought my husband wouldn't like it cause of the olives, but he loved it. I loved it too and will definitely make it again. Took about 30 minutes. The orange zest sweetened the sauce a little. Added about 1/2 tsp salt. Great recipe!

Fantastic recipe. Very quick and easy. The orange zest adds a nice yet subtle flavour to this dish. Was a hit with my husband and definitely one I will add to my favourites.

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