Mezze Penne with Sea Bream

Mezze penne with sea bream are a refined and flavorful dish, perfect for a lunch or dinner with a touch of elegance. Here is the recipe to prepare this delicious first course:

Ingredients

• 320 g di mezze penne
• 400 g sea bream (you can use either fillets or a whole sea bream to fillet)
• 1 garlic clove
• Extra virgin olive oil (as needed)
• Chopped parsley (as needed)
• 1 glass of dry white wine
• Cherry tomatoes (about 10-12)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

Preparation

1. If you are not using already cleaned fillets, start by filleting the sea bream and removing the bones. Cut the fillets into small pieces.
2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta and cook the mezze penne according to the package instructions, draining them al dente.
3. Meanwhile, in a pan, gently sauté the crushed garlic in a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
4. Add the sea bream pieces to the pan and let it cook for a few minutes, until it becomes golden.
5. Deglaze with the white wine and let it evaporate.
6. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the pan. Cook for about 5-10 minutes, until the tomatoes start to break down, forming a sauce.
7. Adjust with salt and pepper and add a pinch of chopped parsley.
8. When the mezze penne are ready, drain them and add to the pan with the sea bream sauce.
9. Toss in the pan to combine the seasoning well, for about a minute.
10. Serve hot, with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.

Interesting Facts

Sea bream is a fish highly appreciated in Mediterranean cuisine, known for its delicate and flavorful flesh. Its versatility makes it ideal to pair with pasta, especially with slightly aromatic seasonings like this one.

To add an Italian touch, you might consider adding a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil raw before serving to enhance all the flavors. Enjoy your meal!