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Roasted garlic and herb penne pasta in a white bowl with a blue and white napkin, cloves of garlic, and fresh parsley
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Roasted Garlic and Herb Penne Pasta with Pork

A 30 minute meal bursting with flavor, tender pork, and fresh herbs.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: roasted garlic and herb penne pasta with pork, roasted garlic and herb penne pasta with pork recipe
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 526kcal
Author: Rachael

Ingredients

  • 1 Smithfield Roasted Garlic & Herb Loin Filet cubed

Penne Pasta

  • 16 ounces dry penne pasta
  • 2 Tbs salt for water
  • Water

The rest

  • 2 Tbs butter divided
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta sauce water
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 2 Tbs fresh grated parmesan
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain, reserving 1/2 cup of liquid from pasta pot.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 Tbs butter.
  • Add garlic and cook for 30 to 60 seconds or until garlic begins to turn golden.
  • Add cubed pork loin, and sear on all sides. Reduce heat, and turn to low to cook through.
  • Meanwhile, In a small bowl, combine parsley, basil, salt and ground black pepper, and parmesan cheese, then set aside.
  • Add additional butter, and reserved pasta water to skillet with pork.
  • Add cooked penne into the skillet with the pork, toss with herb and parmesan cheese mixture.
  • Taste, season with salt and pepper as desired, serve with more fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Calories: 526kcal | Carbohydrates: 85g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 3675mg | Potassium: 382mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 1.6mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1.7mg