Barilla® Al Bronzo® Mezzi Rigatoni Pasta with Tomato, Zucchini and Mint Recipe | US_PROD-b9474f49-137b-4c03-9d64-eb019a22c759

Al Bronzo^® Mezzi Rigatoni with Tomato, Zucchini & Mint

Name: Al Bronzo® Mezzi Rigatoni with Tomato, Zucchini & Mint
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 Box of Barilla® Al Bronzo® Mezzi Rigatoni, pasta; 2 Pints Cherry Tomatoes, Halved; 1 Medium red onion; 2 Small zucchini, diced; ½ Cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated; 4 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided; 10 Leaves fresh mint; To taste Salt and black pepper

35 minutes

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This pasta recipe features sautéed zucchini, caramelized onions, blistered cherry tomatoes, and al dente Al Bronzo^® Mezzi Rigatoni. Freshly grated Romano cheese and mint leaves act as the finishing touches for this elegant dish. Barilla^® Al Bronzo^® Mezzi Rigatoni pasta is made by extruding dough through a bronze die that is micro engraved. This gives the pasta a rougher texture, allowing pasta sauces to perfectly adhere to our beautifully crafted pasta.

Ingredients

8 servings

1Box of Barilla^® Al Bronzo^® Mezzi Rigatoni, pasta

2Pints Cherry Tomatoes, Halved

1Medium red onion

2Small zucchini, diced

½Cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated

4Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided

10Leaves fresh mint

To tasteSalt and black pepper

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

In a non-stick skillet, sauté zucchini with half the olive oil and season with a little salt. Set aside.

Step 2

In the same skillet, slightly brown the onions in the remaining olive oil then add tomatoes. Sauté gently for a few minutes until thoroughly cooked. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.

Step 4

Mix pasta with the sautéed tomatoes and mint leaves. Add the zucchini, then sprinkle with cheese and serve.