Bow Tie Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers, and Basil |
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Make use of garden fresh tomatoes and basil with this Mediterranean-inspired pasta dish. Serve warm with a crisp side salad and garlic bread or chill and enjoy at an afternoon picnic. Ingredients:
4 cups hot cooked bow tie pasta |
4 cups halved cherry tomatoes (about 2 pints) |
1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil |
1/4 cup chopped pitted niçoise olives |
2 tablespoons capers |
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper |
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
red wine vinegar (optional) |
Directions:
1. Combine first 10 ingredients in a large bowl, and toss well. Sprinkle vinegar over each serving, if desired.
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