Pepperoni Penne

Ingredients

• 3/4 pound sliced pepperoni sausage
• 2 tablespoons minced shallots
• 4 medium tomato – peeled, seeded and chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Cook the penne according to the package directions.

In a large skillet saute the pepperoni until crispy (about 5 to 8 minutes). Drain all but 1 tablespoon of the grease. Add the shallot and garlic. Cook until translucent. Stir in the tomatoes and simmer for about 3 minutes.

Stir in the cream and cook until reduced (about 8 minutes). Add the parsley and remove from the heat.

Add the drained pasta and toss, garnish with parmesan cheese.