Best 12 Penne With Tomatoes Olives And Two Cheeses Recipes

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Cooking a satisfying pasta dish that pleases the palate is an art form, and creating a penne with tomatoes, olives, and two cheeses is no exception. This dish brings together the vibrant flavors of fresh tomatoes and briny olives, complemented by the creamy richness of two distinct cheeses. Whether you prefer a classic combination like Parmesan and mozzarella or a bolder blend such as feta and goat cheese, this recipe will guide you through the process of crafting a delectable pasta dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PENNE WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES AND TWO CHEESES



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A hearty, tasty dish with a little kick. It is meatless, but the Havarti cheese and Kalamata olives give it enough body to satisfy the carnivores in your family. I found this recipe in the Feb. 1995 issue of Bon Appetit. Make yourself a loaf of Rosemary Focaccia bread to go with it! Bon Appetit says this serves 4--that would be 4 HUGE servings. I make two casseroles, one for now a

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Penne

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 (28 ounce) cans Italian plum tomatoes, drained
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups canned low sodium chicken broth
1 lb penne or 1 lb rigatoni pasta
2 1/2 cups packed grated havarti cheese
1/3 cup sliced pitted oil-cured olives (such as Kalamata)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and sauté for a few minutes until onion is translucent.
  • Add tomatoes, basil and crushed red pepper.
  • (See note below about the pepper).
  • Crush tomatoes with a potato masher to break into smaller pieces.
  • Add broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until sauce is reduced to 6 cups, stirring occasionally.
  • This will take about an hour.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • When sauce is close to done, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until it is just tender but still a little bit firm to the bite.
  • Drain pasta and toss with remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
  • Stir in pasta mixing thoroughly.
  • Mix in Havarti cheese.
  • Pour into 13x9/2-inch glass baking dish.
  • Sprinkle top with olives and then the Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 350° until heated thoroughly, about 30 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.
  • Note: Use your best judgment about the crushed red pepper.
  • I found 1 1/2 teaspoons quite spicy.
  • My whole family can enjoy this dish if I only use 1 teaspoon.

PENNE WITH TUNA, CHERRY TOMATOES AND OLIVES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

14 ounces penne pasta
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 1/4 pounds tuna steak, diced
2 cloves garlic, very thinly sliced
2 long red chiles, seeded and finely chopped
4 anchovies, chopped
2 pints cherry tomatoes
1 large handful small black olives, preferably Nicoise
1 handful basil leaves, torn
Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package instructions in a large pan of lightly salted boiling water. Once it achieves an al dente consistency, drain the pasta well.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Add the tuna and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes until seared. Remove the fillets from the pan and set them aside.
  • Return the pan to high heat, and add the remaining oil, garlic, chiles and anchovies. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  • Add in the tomatoes and olives, and cook, stirring occasionally, for an additional 5 minutes or until the tomatoes are slightly softened.
  • Incorporate the hot pasta and tuna to the pan, and gently toss the ingredients. Drop in the basil leaves and season the dish with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve immediately.

PENNE WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES AND TWO CHEESES



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Categories     Cheese     Herb     Olive     Pasta     Tomato     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 28-ounce cans Italian plum tomatoes, drained
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper
2 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 pound penne or rigatoni
2 1/2 cups packed grated Havarti cheese
1/3 cup sliced pitted brine-cured olives (such as Kalamata)
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Mix in tomatoes, dried basil and crushed red pepper. Bring to boil, breaking up tomatoes with back of spoon. Add broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer and mixture thickens to chunky sauce and is reduced to 6 cups, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm over low heat before continuing.)
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain well.
  • Return pasta to same pot. Toss with 3 tablespoons oil. Pour sauce over and toss to blend. Mix in Havarti cheese. Transfer pasta to 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle with olives, then Parmesan.
  • Bake until pasta is heated through, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with basil.

PENNE WITH TWO TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA



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We used penne rigate pasta for this dish because its ridges catch the pieces of tomato, garlic, and chive. Rigatoni or medium shells would also work well.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Coarse salt and ground pepper
12 ounces penne rigate
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 cup snipped chives

Steps:

  • Place cheese in freezer. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water; drain pasta and set aside.
  • In pasta pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and pasta water. Cook until cherry tomatoes soften, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Add pasta, chilled cheese, and chives to pot, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 23 g

PENNE WITH TOMATOES, BASIL AND TWO CHEESES



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, pastas, appetizer, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 main-course servings, 8 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound penne
1/4 pound Emmenthaler cheese
1/2 pound mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup shredded basil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring six quarts salted water to a rolling boil with one tablespoon olive oil. Add the penne and cook until al dente.
  • While the penne is cooking, cut the cheeses into half-inch cubes. Chop the tomatoes.
  • Put a layer of cheese and tomatoes in a large bowl. Drain the penne, then add it to the bowl with the remaining olive oil, cheese, tomatoes and basil. Mix ingredients well, season to taste with salt and pepper and serve. No Parmesan is needed with this dish.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 821, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 92 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 780 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PENNE WITH TOMATOES AND OLIVES



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for pasta water
1 pound penne, or other chunky pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, sliced thin
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add salt and pasta. Cook pasta until al dente, according to manufacturers' directions.
  • In a large skillet, warm oil over medium heat. Add garlic, and cook, stirring until golden, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, oregano, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer pasta to skillet with tomatoes. Remove from heat. Stir in olives and parsley. Transfer to serving bowl and sprinkle with cheese. Serve with additional cheese, if desired.

TWO-CHEESE MUSHROOM, CHUNKY TOMATO AND OLIVE PENNE BAKE



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Quite a tasty pasta dish! To make this into a main meal add in some cooked diced chicken or turkey. The sauce can be made days ahead and just rewarmed. When I made this last I added in the sliced green olives right into the casserole instead of on top, but that is optional.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Penne

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 -7 tablespoons oil
1/2 lb fresh button mushroom, sliced (can use more)
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic (or to taste)
2 teaspoons dried chili pepper flakes (or to taste)
2 teaspoons dried basil
3 (28 ounce) cans plum tomatoes, drained
2 cups chicken broth
1 lb penne pasta (uncooked)
1 1/2 cups swiss cheese, shredded
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup pimento stuffed olive, sliced (you can use more, or use black sliced olives)
1 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add in sliced mushrooms and saute until they release there moisture and they are lightly browned (this might take about 10-12 minutes).
  • Add in the onions, garlic, dried basil and dried chili flakes; saute for about 5-6 minutes.
  • Add in the drained plum tomatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil breaking up the tomatoes with a spoon; reduce heat and simmer UNCOVERED until the sauce is thickened and chunky (about 1-1/2 hours).
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • At this point you can refrigerate the sauce up to 2 days.
  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Cook the penne in a large pot of boiling salted water until JUST firm-tender (do not overcook the pasta leave firm!) drain very well (do not rinse the pasta) then return the pasta to the same pot and toss with 3-4 tablespoons oil.
  • Pour the sauce over the cooked pasta in the pot; toss to combine.
  • Add in both the Swiss and mozzeralla cheeses; mix well to combine.
  • Transfer to prepared baking dish, then sprinkle with the olives, & the Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 739.4, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 61.6, Sodium 762.4, Carbohydrate 84, Fiber 14.1, Sugar 13.4, Protein 32.4

HEARTY TOMATO-OLIVE PENNE



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Who needs meat when you have a pasta dish loaded with tomatoes, olives and Havarti cheese? I often assemble it in advance and bake the next day, adding a few minutes to the cooking time.-Jacqueline Frank, Green Bay, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large onions, chopped
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 pounds plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped (about 10 tomatoes)
1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (16 ounces) uncooked penne pasta
1 block (24 ounces) Havarti cheese, cut into 1/2-in. cubes
1 cup pitted Greek olives
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, saute onions in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes, broth, basil, pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 25-30 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened., Meanwhile, cook penne according to package directions; drain., Preheat oven to 375°. Stir Havarti cheese, olives and cooked penne into the sauce. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese., Cover and bake 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 719 calories, Fat 43g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 1082mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

PENNE WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES AND CAPERS



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Categories     Garlic     Herb     Olive     Pasta     Tomato     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Port     Spring     Capers     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
5 teaspoons minced garlic
12 large plum tomatoes, seeded, coarsely chopped (about 5 cups)
3/4 cup coarsely chopped pitted Kalamata olives or other brine-cured black olives
3/4 cup tawny Port
1 4-ounce jar capers, drained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
14 ounces penne pasta
Additional chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté until pale golden, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and olives. Sauté until tomatoes begin to release their juice, about 5 minutes. Add Port and next 6 ingredients. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 6 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain. Transfer to large bowl. Pour sauce over pasta; toss. Garnish with additional basil. Serve, passing Parmesan separately.

PENNE WITH TOMATOES AND BASIL



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 large Spanish onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, crushed with a sprinkle of kosher salt and finely chopped to a paste
One 28-ounce can plum tomatoes
8 ounces penne pasta
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus 3/4 cup, for garnish
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
12 fresh basil leaves, torn
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Calabrian red chile flakes
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1/2 cup fresh ricotta, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the canola oil in a large high-sided saute pan or saucepan over high heat until it begins to shimmer. Add the onions, garlic and tomatoes with the juice. Mash the tomatoes with a potato masher in the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the tomatoes begin to soften, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the penne and 2 tablespoons salt and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water. Drain the pasta.
  • Mash the tomatoes again until coarsely chopped. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of pasta water to thin out the sauce and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Thin with additional pasta water if necessary.
  • Transfer the pasta to the sauce; season with salt and pepper. Add some of the Parmigiano-Reggiano to the pan and combine. Cook the pasta in the sauce for 1 to 2 minutes, adding more grated cheese as the pasta cooks. Add some of the basil and parsley and the chile flakes and then drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the pasta to a large shallow serving dish and top with freshly grated cheese. Top with the ricotta and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Garnish with the remaining basil and parsley; serve immediately.

PENNE WITH TOMATOES & WHITE BEANS



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I learned how to make this dish from friends in Genoa, Italy, where they're known for creating tasty combinations of veggies, pasta and beans. You can sub feta cheese to give this a Greek twist. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, trimmed
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add tomatoes and beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5-7 minutes to allow flavors to blend., Add spinach, olives, salt and pepper; cook and stir over medium heat until spinach is wilted. Drain pasta; top with tomato mixture and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 1505mg sodium, Carbohydrate 77g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

PENNE WITH ROASTED CHERRY TOMATOES



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This exquisitely simple recipe came to The Times in a 2001 article about Paola di Mauro, an Italian winemaker in Marina, a small town southeast of Rome. She was one of a band of cooks who helped distinguish "cucina casalinga," roughly translated as "housewives' cooking." From her humble kitchen, Ms. di Mauro mentored some of the best Italian chefs and restaurateurs in the United States, including Mario Batali, Lidia Bastianich, Piero Selvaggio and Tony May. Her recipe is easy and calls for just five ingredients - cherry tomatoes, olive oil, pecorino romano and penne pasta - but get your hands on the best ingredients you can afford. Ms. di Mauro intended this to serve four as a first course, but if you're making this for dinner, double the recipe.

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 35m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound small cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus 2 to 3 tablespoons for tossing
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup freshly grated pecorino romano, more for serving
1/4 cup bread crumbs
1/2 pound penne

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line bottom of casserole dish with cherry tomatoes in a single layer, halved side up. Pour oil on top, season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle cheese and bread crumbs on top. Bake until tomatoes have wilted, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season with enough sea salt so that water tastes mildly of salt. When tomatoes are just about done, add penne to water and cook until al dente (it should be pliable, but still firm in center). Scoop out about a cup of pasta water and reserve. Drain pasta and add to casserole. Fold tomatoes and pasta together, adding another 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil, to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning. If it is dry, add a little reserved pasta water. Serve, passing more grated cheese at the table.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 525, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 493 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right pasta. Penne is a good choice for this recipe because it holds the sauce well. You could also use other short pastas like fusilli or rotini.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked until it is tender but still has a little bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and won't hold the sauce as well.
  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes. This will give your sauce the best flavor. If you can't find fresh tomatoes, you can use canned tomatoes, but be sure to drain them well before using them.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the tomatoes. If you do, they won't cook evenly and will release too much water. Cook the tomatoes in batches if necessary.
  • Season the sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste. You can also add a pinch of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Use good quality cheese. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish. Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a creamy, flavorful cheese like mozzarella or fontina.
  • Serve immediately. This dish is best served hot, right out of the oven.

Conclusion:

This penne with tomatoes, olives, and two cheeses is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of sweet tomatoes, salty olives, and creamy cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it's a great way to use up any leftover tomatoes you have on hand. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this recipe a try!

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