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Penne Pasta with Fresh Herbs - The Simple Celebration
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Penne Pasta with Fresh Herbs

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces penne pasta plain, spinach, any flavor
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tsp olive oil
  • 4 large cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 cup minced fresh herbs - any combination such as dill and basil
  • kosher salt and fresh ground pepper
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Cook penne according to package directions and drain.  Place in a large pasta bowl.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil over medium heat.     
  • When warm, add garlic and stir for 2 minutes.
  • Finally, add the fresh herbs and stir until slightly wilted, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour sauce over pasta and season with salt and pepper.
  • Add parmesan cheese and stir.
  • Place additional grated parmesan cheese on table to pass around.

Notes

You can add sliced sundried tomatoes or poached chicken to this dish for a little variety.
Serve with a simple salad and a sliced baguette.