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Pasta Margherita
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 0 Minutes
Servings: 4
The toppings on this pasta are reminiscent of margherita pizza and make for a superquick meatless main dish.
Ingredients:
8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped green onions (about 2)
1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic
1 (16-ounce) package cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup (2 ounces) preshredded parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup (2 ounces) diced fresh mozzarella
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain. Place in a large bowl.
2. While pasta cooks, combine basil, onions, minced garlic, and tomatoes in a food processor. Pulse 10 times or until coarsely chopped. Add Parmesan to pasta, stirring until cheese melts. Stir in tomato mixture, olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; toss gently to coat pasta. Top with mozzarella.
By RecipeOfHealth.com