Penne alla puttane d elba

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
½poundsYoung zucchini, sliced paper
Thin
2Cloves garlic, sliced paper
Thin
12largesLeaves basil, torn in half
1poundsOverripe tomatoes, roughly
Chopped, retaining seeds and
Liquid
½cupExtra virgin olive oil
2tablespoonsGiant capers, rinsed of salt
And drained
¼cupTiny black olives
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2tablespoonsCrushed red pepper flakes
2tablespoonsKosher or sea salt
1poundsDried penne pasta,
Preferably Italian

Directions

In a large bowl, combine zucchini, garlic, basil, tomatoes, olive oil, capers, olives, lemon juice, pepper flakes, and salt. Allow to stand in cool place ½ hour.

Meanwhile, bring 6 quarts water to boil in spaghetti pot and add 2 tablespoons salt. Drop penne in and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain pasta in colander and add pasta to cool vegetables in mixing bowl. Stir gently to mix well and serve immediately.

This dish is not served hot!!

Yield: 4 servings

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