Tuesday, 21 June 2011

Pasta Italia

8 oz short pasta like penne, rigatoni or farfalle
3-4 Tbls extra virgin olive oil
2-3 cloves crushed garlic
3 ripe Roma tomatoes (diced)
½ cup shredded basil leaves or 2 teas dried basil
¾ cup finely cubed or shredded mozzarella cheese

Boil pasta in salted water. While pasta boils, warm oil in pan over medium heat, add garlic and sauté until lightly browned. Reduce heat to low and add tomatoes and basil. Do not stir, but coat all with oil. When pasta is done, drain and return it to boiling pot. Add oil mixture. Coat all pasta. Add cheese and gently incorporate until softened and almost melted. Plate and enjoy!
Serves 4 adults

-Lisa

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