Tomato Basil Pasta Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 lb penne pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, sliced
3 oz sliced prosciutto, chopped
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup pitted kalamata olive, halved
3 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1/3 cup packed fresh basil, cleaned and chiffonaded
2 tbsp toasted pine nuts

Directions:

Prepare penne according to package directions.
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat.
Add garlic and prisciutto to skillet and saute for 3 minutes.
Add tomatoes to skillet and cook until just softened, about 3 minutes.
Remove skillet from heat.
Stir in olives, vinegar, salt and pepper.
Drain pasta and transfer to a large serving bowl.
Add tomato mixture and basil to pasta and toss.
Garnish with toasted pine nuts.
To toast pine nuts, heat in a small skillet over medium heat, tossing frequently, until slightly golden.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	351.59 Kcal (1472 kJ)
Calories from fat	238.75 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	26.53g	41%
Cholesterol	46.07mg	15%
Sodium	481.07mg	20%
Potassium	104.84mg	2%
Total Carbs	13.23g	4%
Sugars	4.42g	18%
Dietary Fiber	3.18g	13%
Protein	12.74g	25%
Vitamin C	0.5mg	1%
Iron	0.3mg	2%
Calcium	20.2mg	2%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	224.86 Kcal (941 kJ)
Calories from fat	152.7 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	16.97g	41%
Cholesterol	29.46mg	15%
Sodium	307.67mg	20%
Potassium	67.05mg	2%
Total Carbs	8.46g	4%
Sugars	2.82g	18%
Dietary Fiber	2.03g	13%
Protein	8.15g	25%
Vitamin C	0.3mg	1%
Iron	0.2mg	2%
Calcium	12.9mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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