The title says it all! This is a really light pasta that is perfect for summer time. The tomatoes and olives in it are so good together and I love the flavor of basil! This was the yummiest dinner I have has in a long time! Oh, I got this recipe from the Food Nanny. She's amazing!!
Bow-tie Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes & Fresh Basil
1 lb. uncooked bow-tie pasta
1 lb. cherry tomatoes
1/3 c. fresh basil, or 1 Tbls. dried
1/3 c. Olive oil
1 large garlic clove, minced
15 large pitted olives, sliced
1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese
crushed red pepper
salt and pepper to taste
1. Cook the pasta according to directions
2. Meanwhile, slice the tomatoes in half and place them in a large skillet. Add the basil, oil, garlic, and olives.
3. Drain the pasta. Place the tomatoes over medium-high heat and cook until heated through. Stir in the pasta. Sprinkle on the parmesan cheese. Add a few shakes of crushed red pepper and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately with garlic bread!! Heaven!
2 comments:
Love how simple this is, but my kids won't eat it, which is too bad that I'll have to eat it all!
This will be the perfect side for all the bbqs we'll be having--if it ever stops raining!!!
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