PENNE WITH BROCCOLI RABE, TOMATOES, AND PARMESAN

Penne with Broccoli Rabe, Tomatoes, and Parmesan image

Number Of Ingredients 10

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12 ounces penne pasta
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 bunches broccoli rabe, chopped
8 anchovies, chopped
3/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 pound tomatoes, diced
1 cup chopped fresh basil, divided
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain; return to same pot.
Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic; saute 30 seconds. Add broccoli rabe, anchovies, and crushed pepper; saute until broccoli rabe is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
Add tomatoes and 1/4 cup basil. Add vegetable mixture and lemon juice to pasta; stir to coat.
Transfer pasta to large bowl. Add remaining 3/4 basil and 3/4 cup cheese; toss to blend.
Season pasta to taste with salt and pepper. Serve; passing remaining cheese.