Food & Cooking Recipes Ingredients Pasta and Grains Penne Ortolano Be the first to rate & review! By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 17, 2015 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Servings: 2 The freshness and brilliance of the vegetable garden come together with extra-virgin olive oil in a vibrant pasta dish developed by Giuseppe Castellano of Luzzo's restaurant in New York City. Ingredients Coarse salt 3 cups penne pasta 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 clove garlic, smashed ½ small eggplant (about ½ cup), cut into 2-inch-by-½-inch strips ¼ small zucchini (about ½ cup), cut into 2-inch-by-½-inch strips ¼ yellow bell pepper (about ½ cup), cored, seeded, and cut into 2-inch-by-½-inch strips 1 sprig fresh basil, leaves removed and torn into small pieces ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, for serving (optional) Directions Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; add penne. Cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking water. Meanwhile, heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until lightly golden. Add eggplant and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Add zucchini and cook until softened, about 1 minute. Add peppers and cook until softened, about 1 minute. Add half the basil; season with a pinch of salt. Stir in tomatoes, and cook for about 3 minutes. Add cooked penne and enough reserved cooking water to loosen the mixture slightly. Toss to combine. Stir in remaining basil. Drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil; season with salt. Divide evenly between two serving plates; serve immediately with cheese, if desired. not applicable Rate it Print