PENNE PASTA WITH GINGER AND BASIL

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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     lunch, one pot, pastas, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Salt to taste
1/2 pound penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground pepper to taste
4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Bring enough water with salt to a boil and add the penne. Stir, bring to a boil again, stirring. Cook 10 to 12 minutes or until the pasta is al dente. Drain and reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • In the same saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter. Add the ginger, shallots and garlic. Cook briefly until wilted. Add the pasta, the reserved cooking liquid, remaining butter, pepper flakes, Parmesan, salt, pepper and basil. Toss well and serve

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 297, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 190 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

thabisile promise
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Overall, I thought this dish was pretty good. The flavors were nice and the pasta was cooked well. However, I think it could have been better if the sauce had been a little thicker.


Caleb Ensor
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less ginger next time.


Rabin pariyar
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover penne pasta. The ginger and basil add a lot of flavor, and the dish is really easy to make. I will definitely be making this again!


Ab Bangla
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I love the combination of ginger and basil in this dish. It's so unique and flavorful. I also appreciate how easy it is to make. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of pasta dishes.


Marco Mendez
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This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The flavors are simple but delicious, and the pasta is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!


Happy Sophie
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The sauce was too thin and the pasta was undercooked. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


fam
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The ginger and basil really make the dish stand out. I highly recommend it!


Md parves Ali
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This dish was a bit of a let down. The flavors were bland and the pasta was overcooked. I think I'll stick to my old penne pasta recipe.


humayen hossen
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I'm always looking for new pasta recipes to try, and this one definitely did not disappoint. The ginger and basil gave the dish a really unique and flavorful twist. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Gamer
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This was my first time making penne pasta with ginger and basil, and I was really impressed with how it turned out. The flavors were perfect and the dish was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again!


Andrew Gutierrez
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Overall, I thought this dish was pretty good. The flavors were nice and the pasta was cooked well. However, I think it could have been better if the sauce had been a little thicker.


uzman ashraf
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I think it could be improved with a few tweaks. I would add some more vegetables, like zucchini or spinach, and I would also use a different type of cheese, like Parmesan or Asiago.


medo bahgat
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I found that the sauce was a little too oily for my liking. I think I'll try using a different type of olive oil next time.


Awais Bashir
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This dish is a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less ginger next time.


Tamor Christel
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The only thing I would change next time is to add a little more salt.


Chris Churchill
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner when I don't have a lot of time.


Malik Ismail
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I'm not a huge fan of ginger, but I found that the flavor was perfectly balanced in this dish. The basil really helped to mellow it out.


Mujeeb Pro227
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This recipe is a keeper! The sauce is incredibly flavorful and the pasta is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Kibalama Brian
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved the fresh and vibrant flavors. The ginger and basil complemented each other perfectly.


S Bukhari
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This penne pasta dish with ginger and basil is a delightful culinary experience. The combination of flavors is unique and tantalizing. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make pasta dish.