PASTA DAY: Radiatore With Provençale Vegetables

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Radiatore With Provençale Vegetables

 

Recipe By : Pasta For All Seasons, by Robin Robertson, page 38

Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Main Dishes, Vegetarian Pasta, Couscous, Etc.

Vegetables

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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4 ounces fresh green beans

cut into 1-inch pieces

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 small yellow onion -- chopped

1 red bell pepper

cut into 1/4-inch dice

2 garlic cloves -- minced

4 scallions -- minced

2 large ripe tomatoes -- coarsely chopped

1/4 cup minced flat-leaf parsley

1 teaspoon minced fresh marjoram

salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

1 pound radiatore

freshly shaved Parmesan

OR grated soy Parmesan cheese

 

Serves 4

 

Although not usually considered a part of French haute cuisine, noodle

dishes are popular throughout France, and the classic Provençale vegetable

melange marries perfectly with the chewy radiatore. For a heartier meal,

add a can of chickpeas or cannellini beans. Use canned diced tomatoes if

fresh are unavailable.

 

Cook the green beans in boiling water until crisp tender, about 5

minutes. Drain and set aside. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium

heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until soft, about 5 to 7

minutes. Stir in the garlic and scallions, and cook 1 minute longer. Add

the tomatoes, parsley, marjoram, and green beans. Season with salt and

pepper to taste, and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 to 10

minutes. Stir in the basil and keep warm over low heat. Cook the

radiatore in a large pot of salted boiling water, stirring occasionally,

until it is al dente, about 8 minutes. When the pasta is cooked, drain it

and place in a large serving bowl. Add the radiatore and vegetables, and

toss gently to combine. Top with a small amount of cheese and serve

immediately, passing additional cheese at the table.

 

Other pasta choices: orecchiette, farfalle

 

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