penne, balsalmic, & feta

Penne with tomatoes, feta, & balsamic dressing

This recipe is perfect for a outdoor summer lunch or a light dinner with some yummy crusty bread!

It has a kick to it from the balsamic, but it is delicious!

6 oz. uncooked penne pasta

2 cups grape tomatoes, halved

1 cup seedless green grapes, halved

1/3 cup thinly sliced basil leaves

2 Tbsp white balsamic vinegar

2 Tbsp chopped shallots

2 tsp capers

1 tsp Dijon mustard

½ tsp bottled minced garlic

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp pepper

4 tsp evoo

1 (4oz.) package crumbled feta cheese

Cook pasta & drain. 

Combine pasta, tomatoes, grapes, & basil in large bowl.

Combine vinegar & next 6 ingredients in small bowl, stirring with a whisk.

 Gradually add oil to vinegar mixture, stirring constantly with whisk. Drizzle vinaigrette over pasta; toss well to coat. 

Add cheese, toss to combine.

Then dish up & enjoy!