Penne with Broccolini and Tomato-Cream Sauce
24.5g
Net Carbs
17.9g
Protein
40.7g
Fat
3.2g
Fiber
555
Calories
Ingredients:
- 4 ounces chick pea penne pasta
- 1 bunch (about 8 stalks) fresh broccolini, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 4 slices smoke flavored provolone cheese, diced
- 2 ounces prosciutto, diced
Directions:
Broccolini is a close relative of broccoli, with a slightly milder taste. If you cannot find it, substitute 1/2 pound of broccoli florets. You can also use smoked mozzarella in lieu of provolone.
- Prepare pasta according to package directions. During the last 5 minutes of cooking time, add the chopped broccolini. Drain and transfer pasta and broccolini to a large bowl.
- While pasta is cooking, prepare sauce: heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat; add chopped onions and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add tomato paste and sauté 1 more minute, stirring constantly.
- Add cream and cook until sauce has thickened, about 4 minutes..
- Add pasta to sauce and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in 4 oz of grated or finely diced cheese and diced prosciutto before serving.
