Penne With Herbs And Tomatoes

• 8 ounces penne pasta
• 1 cup peas or green beans
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 6 garlic cloves, sliced (minced for stronger flavor)
• 3 cups cherry or plum tomatoes, large slices
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup sliced basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• Parmesan or Romano cheese to top

1. Cook pasta, adding vegetable during the last two minutes of cooking
2. (Stir occasionally throught next steps to finish) Heat nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add oil to coat. Add garlic and cook until just brown, about 4 minutes. Increase heat to medium high and add tomatoes. Cook for 1 minute, add pasta mixture, salt and pepper until thoroughly heated. Remove from heat, stir in basil and parsley. Sprinkle with cheese.

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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/penne-with-herbs-and-tomatoes-52364231 (may not work)