Ziti with Red Peppers, Olives, Artichokes and Gorgonzola

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Ziti with Red Peppers, Olives, Artichokes and Gorgonzola recipe
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ziti pasta , cooked al dente
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried basil , crumbled
1 teaspoon dried oregano , crumbled
2 cloves garlic , minced
1/2 teaspoon dried hot pepper flakes
1 cup firmly packed spinach , washed well , spun dry and chopped
1/4 cup drained minced roasted red pepper
1/4 cup chopped black olives
4 cooked artichoke hearts , halved
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup cream
1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola
1/4 cup parmesan cheese , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
587
Sugar
3g
Fat
37g
If you're looking for a rich and flavorful pasta dish, this ziti with red peppers, olives, artichokes and gorgonzola is the perfect choice. The combination of creamy gorgonzola cheese, briny olives, and tangy artichokes makes for a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. This pasta dish is easy to make and can be customized based on your preferences - you can add more or less of any of the ingredients to suit your tastes. It's a great option for a quick and easy weekday dinner or a delicious weekend meal with family and friends.

Instructions

1.Cook the ziti pasta according to the instructions on the package until al dente.
2.While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3.Add the dried basil, dried oregano, minced garlic, and dried hot pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4.Add the chopped spinach, minced roasted red pepper, chopped black olives, and halved cooked artichoke hearts to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
5.Add the dry red wine and cream to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce has slightly thickened.
6.Drain the cooked ziti and add it to the skillet with the sauce.
7.Add the crumbled gorgonzola and grated parmesan cheese to the skillet and toss until everything is well combined and the cheese has melted.
8.Serve the ziti with red peppers, olives, artichokes and gorgonzola hot with additional parmesan cheese, if desired.

PROS

This pasta dish is flavorful and satisfying, with a creamy sauce and a mix of tasty ingredients.

The gorgonzola cheese adds a delicious tangy flavor to the dish.

It can be made ahead of time and reheated easily.

CONS

This pasta dish is not particularly healthy, due to the high fat content from the cream and cheese.

It is also high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does contain spinach and roasted red peppers which are both packed with antioxidants.
The artichokes are also high in fiber, vitamin C, and folate.

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