MINI SHELLS WITH GRAPE TOMATOES, GREEN BEANS, AND MOZZARELLA

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Take advantage of colorful in season veggies to make this delicious recipe.

Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Piccolini Rich in Fiber - White Mini Shells
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
6 leaves fresh basil, chopped fine
1 clove garlic, minced
2 pints grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 lb fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
Salt and Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil. Season water with salt to taste (optional).
  • Marinate the mozzarella cheese with 2 tablespoons oil, a pinch of salt and black pepper, and fresh basil.
  • Meanwhile, cook the garlic and remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until garlic turns slightly yellow.
  • Add the tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and saute over high heat for 1 minute.
  • Cook the pasta according to package directions, along with the green beans in the same pot. Drain and toss with the tomatoes.
  • Stir in the marinated cheese mixture before serving.
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Elise Bowerman
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The sauce was a bit bland for my taste.


Jack Hagan
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it in the end.


Salado Macalin
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new pasta dish to try.


Ahmed Sheka325
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious!


Mhr Ahsan
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I'm not a huge fan of shells, but this recipe changed my mind.


Nwanyieze Ikonnie (Nwanyiking001)
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This recipe was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Kevin Emerson
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The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Jana Aleidzane
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I loved the addition of the grape tomatoes and green beans, which added a nice touch of color and flavor. I would de


William Waddell
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it in the end. The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I loved the addition of the grape tomatoes and green beans, which added a nice touch of color and flavor. O


Zachary Waltemath
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I'm not a huge fan of shells, but this recipe changed my mind! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new pas


Unikittycharmie
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I loved the addition of the grape tomatoes and green beans, which added a nice crunch and freshness to the dish. I wil


Bipasa Aktar
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a crowd-pleasin


Hajar Samour
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The flavors of the grape tomatoes, green beans, and mozzarella cheese paired perfectly together. The shells were cooked to perfection and the sauce was light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.