A crispy experiment with whole wheat penne pasta
The whole wheat pasta is known for the extensive health benefits it offers with great taste. The whole wheat pasta supplies our body with complex carbs that digest at a slow pace and provide lasting energy to the body. It works to improve our digestive health and also helps in muscle recovery and tissue repair. The list of benefits don’t end here; the consumption of whole wheat pasta also leads to strong bone health and immunity. Whole wheat pasta contains a great amount of manganese, phosphorus, selenium and magnesium that results in stronger immunity.
However, there is only one Indian brand that produces fine quality whole wheat pasta and that brand is Gustora. It is a famous pasta company in India which places a huge emphasis on the pasta production process to come up with high-quality pasta. They offer whole wheat pasta in various shapes to choose from. Their pasta is highly recommended for those who want to increase their fibre intake and yet enjoy the great taste of pasta. There are many recipes that can be made with whole wheat pasta but one of the most interesting ones is the whole wheat penne recipe with tomatoes and red onions.
Ingredients required:
The list of ingredients that you would need to include are 250 grams of cherry tomatoes (halved), 100 grams of sliced red onion, 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes, one garlic clove, minced, 1/4th cup of part-skim ricotta cheese, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano and a packet of whole wheat penne from wheat pasta manufacturer Gustora.
The recipe
- Preheat the nonstick pan. Toss the onions and tomatoes with 2 teaspoons of oil, red pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes and wait until the tomatoes cook.
2. At the same time, bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook pasta according to the directions on the packet. Drain the pasta and reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
3. Now, toss warm pasta with garlic, add 2 teaspoons oil and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Stir the tomato mixture and oregano. Add 1/4 cup reserved cooking water to moisten: stir in remaining water as needed. Serve your pasta in bowls and add one tablespoon of ricotta cheese into each.
This recipe is ideal for every occasion. Whether it’s a party or a casual dinner, Gustora whole wheat pasta recipes are a perfect fit for every occasion.
