directions
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1
Make penne and set aside
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2
Heat the olive oil in a medium-size heavy saucepan over moderate heat for 30 seconds
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3
Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds
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4
Mix in the tomatoes, parsley, basil, oregano, and pepper; bring to a boil, lower the heat so that the mixture bubbles gently, then simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened
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5
Stir in the chick peas and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes longer
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6
Meanwhile, cook the penne until al dente, drain well and transfer to a heated serving bowl
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7
Pour the chick pea mixture over all and toss well
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8
Serve immediately.
PENNE WITH CHICK PEAS AND TOMATOES
ingredients
- 1 full load of pasta dough made into penne
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 (14 -1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano, crumbled
- 1-1/2 cups cooked and drained chick peas