Vegetarian Recipes - Whole-Wheat Penne with Walnuts Recipe

  
 

Whole-Wheat Penne with Walnuts Recipe

 

Ingredients

 

Serves 4-6

  • whites of 2 leeks, cut in half lengthwise and thinly sliced

  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 tbsp dried mushrooms, soaked in warm water for 15 minutes

  • 2/3 cup/150 ml heavy/double cream

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 lb/500 g whole-wheat/whole-meal penne

  • 30 walnuts, shelled and chopped

  • 1 tbsp finely chopped chervil

Method:

  1. Sauté the leeks in the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until lightly browned.

  2. Drain the mushrooms, reserving the water, and chop them finely. Add the mushrooms to the leeks and cook for 5 minutes.

  3. Pour in the mushroom water and cook until evaporated. Stir in the cream and cook until it thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of salted, boiling water until al dente.

  5. Drain and add to the pan with the sauce with the walnuts and chervil. Toss gently and serve hot.