Gluten Free Fresh Lemon And Basil Penne Food

FRESH TOMATO PASTA WITH LEMON & BASIL

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions, leaving al dente (slightly firm, not mushy).
• While pasta is cooking, finely dice shallot, mince garlic, and dice tomatoes. Add to a large bowl.
• Roughly chop or chiffonade basil. Set aside.
• When pasta is done cooking, drain, and immediately add to bowl. Stir.
• Add lemon juice, olive oil, basil, and capers if using. (Start with 1 lemon and add more to taste if necessary.)
• Toss well to combine, and salt to taste.
• Great served warm, cold, or room temperature. Best if eaten within 2-3 days.

GLUTEN FREE FRESH LEMON AND BASIL PENNE

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
• Meanwhile in a large skillet, saute the garlic in the olive oil for 1-2 minutes.
• Cook the pasta according to the directions. Drain and save 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
• Add the cooking water to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Then toss the pasta with the garlic and add the arugula, basil and lemon juice to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper.
• Remove the skillet from the flame and fold in the cheese and top with almonds.

GLUTEN FREE FRESH LEMON AND BASIL PENNE

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
• Meanwhile in a large skillet, saute the garlic in the olive oil for 1-2 minutes.
• Cook the pasta according to the directions. Drain and save 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
• Add the cooking water to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Then toss the pasta with the garlic and add the arugula, basil and lemon juice to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper.
• Remove the skillet from the flame and fold in the cheese and top with almonds.

PENNE WITH LEMON, RICOTTA AND BASIL

Steps:

• Cook the penne in a pot of salted water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water. Drain and set aside.
• In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, and whisk in the ricotta, lemon juice and lemon zest.
• Moisten with some of the reserved pasta water to make a sauce-like consistency.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Toss the pasta with a bit of olive oil. Divide among plates and top with sauce and basil.

GLUTEN-FREE BASIL PENNE WITH ASPARAGUS AND FETA

Steps:

• Cook and drain pasta as directed on package, adding asparagus during last 3 minutes of cooking time (don't overcook pasta).
• Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook garlic in oil about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add beans, tomatoes, basil, lemon juice, salt and pepper; toss gently.
• Stir cooked pasta and asparagus into skillet. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated. Stir in cheese.