Pasta w/ Tomatoes & Basil

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Registered: 09-05-2006
Pasta w/ Tomatoes & Basil
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Mon, 06-11-2007 - 3:57pm

Pasta with Tomatoes and Basil - 6 Servings
INGREDIENTS
•1 pound WW pasta of your choice
•1 1/2 pound plum tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
•6 oz ricotta salata or RF feta cheese, crumbled
•1/2 cup pitted nicoise or kalamata olives
•1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves
•1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
•Parmesan cheese, for garnish

DIRECTIONS
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions.

2. Meanwhile, in a large serving bowl, toss tomatoes, ricotta salata, olives, basil leaves, and olive oil.

3. Drain cooked pasta, shaking well. Add to tomato mixture, tossing to combine. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

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Registered: 07-30-2004
Tue, 06-12-2007 - 12:40pm
Oh - this sounds good! And, I can get the basil right out of my garden.
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Registered: 06-22-2000
Tue, 06-12-2007 - 2:35pm

I just made this, and it's really good!

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Registered: 09-05-2006
Tue, 06-12-2007 - 4:15pm

Isn't it wonderful!! I am glad you guys are enjoying it!

Have a great day! ~andrea :)