PESTO AND PENNE WITH TOMATOES AND ARTICHOKE HEARTS

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Pesto and Penne with Tomatoes and Artichoke Hearts image

An easy week-day pasta dish that will make your family think you cooked all day.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Pasta

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 jar(s) 6-7 oz. jar marinated artichoke hearts, drain and reserve marinade
1 large onion, chopped
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 can(s) 28-oz. can diced tomatoes in juice
1/2 c jarred pesto sauce
12 oz penne pasta, cooked
1/3 c parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • 1. Heat 3 tbsp. reserved oil/marinade from artichoke hearts in a heavy pot over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until tender.
  • 2. Add tomatoes with juice, drained artichoke hearts and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • 3. Add pesto and simmer 1 minute. Mix in cooked pasta and 1/3 cup parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 4. Transfer to a large bowl, garnish with fresh basil leaves and additional parmesan cheese.

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