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penne with green beans and basil

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Patsy Fowler
Anderson, SC

this is a great side dish you can serve with anything

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min

Ingredients For penne with green beans and basil

  • 8 oz
    penne pasta, or bow tie
  • 1 lb
    green beans, trimmed and each cut in half
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 Tbsp
    water
  • 1 c
    loosely packed fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 c
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper
  • 1 md
    tomato, chopped
  • small basil leaves for garnish

How To Make penne with green beans and basil

  • 1
    in large saucepan, cook penne as label directs. meanwhile, in 12 inch skillet, heat 1 inch water to boiling over high heat.
  • 2
    add green beans and 1/2 teaspoon salt, heat to boiling. cook beans until tender, 8-10 minutes. drain beans. rinse beans under cold running water to cool slightly, drain again.

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