Spicy Asian Fusion Penne

• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
• 3 tablespoons fresh spinach leaves, chopped
• 3 tablespoons fresh tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, minced
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
• 1 scallion, minced (including green top)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons asian fish sauce (Thai ( nam pla)
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh jalapeno
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder (or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne and 1/4 teaspoon paprika)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 3/4 lb penne

1. Combine spinach, basil, fresh and sun dried tomatoes in a large bowl with the cream, Parmesan,scallion, oil, tomato paste, fish sauce, jalapeno, lime juice, garlic, sugar, chile powder(s), salt, and pepper.
2. Boil a large pot of salted water, add uncooked pasta, and cook for about 13 minutes until al dente. Drain.
3. Add the pasta to the large bowl and mix well. Serve immediately with some grated Parmesan on top. YUMMY!

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/spicy-asian-fusion-penne-263743 (may not work)