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Monday, March 5, 2012

Whole Grain Penne with Fresh Tomato, Tuna and Italian Parsley Penne Integrali con Pomodori, Tonno e Prezzemolo Fresco

Whole Grain Penne with Fresh Tomato, Tuna and Italian Parsley Penne Integrali con Pomodori, Tonno e Prezzemolo Fresco

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients

1 box Whole Grain Penne
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans (6 ounces each) tuna in water
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
to taste salt
to taste freshly ground black pepper

Cooking Instructions

BRING a large pot of water to a boil.

SAUTE the oil and minced garlic in a medium skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes or until the garlic turns slightly yellow. Increase the heat to medium high.

ADD the tuna and tomatoes to the skillet. Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce the heat and continue to simmer for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Meanwhile, COOK the Whole Grain Penne according to the package directions.

DRAIN the Whole Grain Penne, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water, and toss with the sauce. If needed, add some of the cooking water to thin the sauce.

FINISH the dish with the chopped parsley before serving.

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