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10-Minute Penne with Caponata Sauce Recipe

10-Minute Penne with Caponata Sauce Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (the fruitiest you can find)
2 medium-size scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced (include some green tops)
1 1/2 cups frozen bell pepper stir-fry mix (red, green and yellow peppers; do not thaw)
two 7 3/4-oz cans caponata, with their liquid
1/4 cup chicken broth or water
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
2 tbsp coarsely chopped italian (flat-leaf) parsley
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 lb penne or fusilli , cooked al dente by package directions and drained
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Heat oil in large, heavy skillet over moderately high heat for 2 minutes. Add scallions, stir-fry mix, and garlic; reduce heat to moderate and cook, stirring, until scallions are limp and excess pepper juices evaporate, 3 to 5 minutes.
2. Add caponata and broth and simmer uncovered, stirring often, just until flavors mingle, about 5 minutes.
3. Mix in basil, parsley, and salt and papper to taste. Add penne and toss lightly to coat with sauce, sprinkle with grated cheese, and serve with additional grated Parmesan.
Variation: Penne with Salsa and Cilantro
Prepare as directed, substituting 2 cups milk, medium or hot salsa for caponata, beef broth for chicken, and coarsely chopped cilantro for basil, and toss in 1/3 cup crisp bacon crumbles along with pasta.
Tips: Cook the penne while the sauce simmers. To save on dish-washing, use a skillet that's pretty enough to go to the table.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	233.95 Kcal (980 kJ)
Calories from fat	108.85 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	12.09g	19%
Cholesterol	23.55mg	8%
Sodium	360.66mg	15%
Potassium	57.79mg	1%
Total Carbs	10.54g	4%
Sugars	1.39g	6%
Dietary Fiber	3.44g	14%
Protein	12.94g	26%
Vitamin C	5.3mg	9%
Iron	0.5mg	3%
Calcium	210.2mg	21%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	172.21 Kcal (721 kJ)
Calories from fat	80.12 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.9g	19%
Cholesterol	17.33mg	8%
Sodium	265.47mg	15%
Potassium	42.54mg	1%
Total Carbs	7.76g	4%
Sugars	1.02g	6%
Dietary Fiber	2.53g	14%
Protein	9.53g	26%
Vitamin C	3.9mg	9%
Iron	0.4mg	3%
Calcium	154.7mg	21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

salty
savory
bitter
sweet

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