Penne Rigate with Fresh Herbs

• 1 pound penne rigate
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups loosely packed herb leaves, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Grana, Pecorino or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for serving
• Salt and freshly ground pepper

1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
2. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
3. Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat the oil.
4. Add the garlic and cook over moderately high heat, until softened but not browned, about 30 seconds.
5. Add the herbs and cook until just wilted, about 1 minute.
6. Stir the contents of the skillet into the pasta along with 1/2 cup of the cheese.
7. Season with salt and pepper and toss.
8. Serve immediately and pass the additional cheese separately.

penne rigate, extravirgin olive oil, garlic, herb leaves, cheese, salt

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/penne-rigate-with-fresh-herbs (may not work)