Penne with Pepperoni and Walnuts
A quick and satisfying pasta dish with crispy pepperoni, toasted walnuts, and a simple oil-based sauce, finished with fresh parsley.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 22g
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 4 oz pepperoni
- ½ cup walnuts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup parsley
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the 8 oz penne until al dente, about 11 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- 2
While pasta cooks, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Add the 4 oz sliced pepperoni and cook until crisp, about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- 3
In the same skillet, add the 0.5 cup walnuts and toast over medium, stirring, until fragrant and lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil and the cooked penne.
- 4
Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water to create a light sauce that coats the pasta. Season with the 1 tsp salt (or to taste).
- 5
Stir in the 0.25 cup chopped parsley and the crispy pepperoni. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- Colander
- Measuring cups and spoons
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