How To Make Halloumi Pasta
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225g) halloumi cheese, sliced
- 10 oz (280g) penne pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced halloumi cheese and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add the cherry tomatoes, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
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Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the tomatoes and garlic.
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Return the halloumi cheese to the skillet and gently mix it with the pasta.
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Sprinkle the chopped basil and parsley over the pasta and toss to combine.
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Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 450kcal
- Total Fat : 17g
- Saturated Fat : 9g
- Cholesterol : 47mg
- Sodium : 600mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 56g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 20g
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