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penne with chorizo

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Recipe by
TERRI OPGENORTH
@Terrio13
Lake Mills, WI

I had to use up the chorizo I had in the refrigerator...what to make? I wasnt sure what I wanted but had a taste for pasta so I made up this dish. Both my Husband and I had two servings each! It was delicious. I have to get the recipe down right away so I wouldnt forget it! I hope you try it too.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For penne with chorizo

  • 1 lb
    cooked penne
  • 2 stick
    chorizo (mexican sausage, mild or medium
  • 1
    green pepper-chopped
  • 1/2
    sweet onion-chopped
  • 3 clove
    garlic-chopped
  • 3-5
    roma tomatoes-chopped
  • 15 oz
    ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 c
    basil pesto

How To Make penne with chorizo

  • 1
    Start water for pasta and cook per directions.
  • 2
    Heat a heavy skillet on medium heat and fry out chorizo.
  • 3
    When the sausage is nearly done add the peppers, onion and garlic. Cook until tender.
  • 4
    Add tomatoes to skillet and cook a few minutes. Then add the ricotta cheese and stir well to combine. Continue to cook just until the mixture starts to bubble.
  • 5
    Drain the pasta and add back to the pot. Pour the chorizo mixture over the pasta and add the basil pesto. Stir well and serve with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese.
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