Wednesday, March 5, 2008

Tomato Pesto Pasta

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A delicious Italian pasta dish found on All Recipes.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained

  • 14 ounces fusili (spiral) pasta

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 3 tablespoons pesto

  • 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves for garnish


Directions

  1. Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic for 2 minutes, then add tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and return to pot.

  3. Season tomato sauce with salt and pepper; stir in pesto. Pour sauce over hot cooked pasta and mix well. Sprinkle with cheese, garnish with basil leaves and serve immediately.

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