Penne Alla Puttane D'elba

Ingredients

1/2 pound young zucchini paper
2 slices garlic paper
12 leaves basil torn in
1 pound overripe tomatoes
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons giant capers
1/4 cup tiny black olives
1/2 lemon
2 tablespoons pepper flakes
2 tablespoons kosher
1 pound penne pasta preferably italian

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine zucchini, garlic, basil, tomatoes, olive oil, capers, olives, lemon juice, pepper flakes, and salt. Allow to stand in cool place 1/2 hour.

Meanwhile, bring 6 quarts water to boil in spaghetti pot and add 2 tablespoons salt. Drop penne in and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain pasta in colander and add pasta to cool vegetables in mixing bowl. Stir gently to mix well and serve immediately.

This dish is not served hot!!