Aegean Artichoke & Penne Pasta Salad

Mediterranean Pasta Salad With Penne, Feta & Tomatoes : Divine Dishes

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Penne, feta and tomatoes tend to go exceptionally well in a nice Mediterranean pasta salad. Make Mediterranean pasta salad with delicious penne, feta and tomatoes with help from a culinary professional in this free video clip.

Expert: Giuseppe Ciuffa
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Filmmaker: Graham Lovelis

Series Description: You don't have to spend an arm and a leg to turn your very own kitchen into a five-star restaurant. Get tips on how to cook divine dishes right at home with help from a culinary professional in this free video series.

You'll Need:

6 baby artichokes
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 pound penne
1/2 cup tomato juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons fresh parsley
3 tablespoons fresh basil, or 1 teaspoon dried
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup tomato, chopped
1/2 cup Kalamata olive
2 tablespoons capers
1/2 cup feta cheese

Procedures : Cut stems off artichokes. Peel off tough outer leaves to reveal yellow-green hearts. Cut artichokes into quarters. Combine 1/4 cup lemon juice with 2 cups water in a medium bowl. Add artichokes to lemon water and toss to prevent discoloration. Drain. Steam artichokes until tender, about 20 minutes. chill.

In a large pot, bring 2 quarts water to a rapid boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt and penne. Cook penne until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.

To make salad dressing: combine tomato juice, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, basil, salt and pepper in a food processor or blender and puree for 30 seconds. Toss together artichokes, penne, capers, olives and feta cheese in a large bowl salad bowl. Pour dressing over and toss well.