Penne with Dried Plums, Radicchio & Walnuts

Prep Time 10 minutes    Cook Time 20 minutes     Serves 6

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
2 cups thinly sliced onions
2 slices prosciutto, cut onto thin strips (optional)
1 1/2 cups halved, pitted dried plums (prunes) (about 9 ounces)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 pound radicchio, cut into 1/2-inch ribbons
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
4 cups whole wheat penne pasta, uncooked (3/4 pound)
Salt and black pepper
1 1/2 cups chopped toasted walnuts
Grated pecorino cheese, for garnish (optional)

Directions

In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, prosciutto (if using), dried plums and rosemary. cook, stirring occasionally, 6 to 8 minutes or until onions are soft and golden. Add radicchio and vinegar; cook, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes or until radicchio is wilted and slightly browned.

Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain pasta, reserving a little of the cooking water. Add pasta to skillet; mix well, adding some of the reserved cooking water if pasta looks dry. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve pasta in large bowl or in 6 individual pasta bowls. Sprinkle with walnuts and, if desired, with cheese.

Nutritional Information

Calories

618

Cholesterol

4mg

% of Calories from Fat

44%

Total Fat

30g

Sodium

221mg

Carbohydrates

77g

Protein

15g

Fiber

13g

Potassium

745mg