RIGATONI WITH FETA, TOMATOES, ARTICHOKES AND KALAMATA OLIVES

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Inspired by a recipe member HeatherDiane submitted over 10 years ago. I loved the Greek influences of the original recipe and took it to the next level by adding some of my favorite ingredients. This is packed with flavor! I serve this to family & guests who prefer a meatless meal. Serve with a crusty bread & salad & you're golden! Enjoy.

Provided by Chicagoland Chef du

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces rigatoni pasta, any pasta will do, cook according to package directions, allow time for this
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
15 ounces diced canned tomatoes, with juices
1/4 cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
7 ounces marinated artichoke hearts, slightly drained
4 ounces kalamata olives, halved, add more to your liking
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled, divided, can use less

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot of water for boiling pasta, add salt as desired. Cook Rigatoni to package instructions. (may take up to 13 minutes) Drain.
  • In the mean time.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add garlic, green onions & oregano; sautee 60 seconds or longer until green onions, soften slightly. Careful not to burn the garlic.
  • Add tomato, artichoke hearts, 1/2 of parsley, and lemon juice; Stir to combine, simmer until heated through. About 5-7 minutes. Add Kalamata olives, toss to coat and warm through. Can simmer longer until tomatoes are tender. NOTE: Do not add the kalamata olives too soon, the heat tends to make them taste off, to me.
  • Add rigatoni to the tomato mixture and 3/4 cup cheese, toss gently.
  • Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese, if desired and parsley.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.1, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 81.2, Sodium 826, Carbohydrate 56.1, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 6, Protein 16.3

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