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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This was given to me by a co-worker after our Christmas luncheon. The flavors work so well together. This is great for a side or pot luck. Enjoy. Ingredients:
16 ounces penne pasta, uncooked |
5 large tomatoes, diced |
3 cloves garlic, minced |
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped black olives |
1/2 cup chopped basil |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon pepper |
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed |
1/3 cup olive oil |
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes |
1 teaspoon minced fresh mint |
fresh basil sprig |
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and rinse with cold water. 2. cool. 3. Combine tomato, garlic, olives, basil, salt& pepper in a large bowl. 4. Top with pasta& cheese. 5. Combine oil, pepper flakes and mint in a small glass bowl. 6. Microwave on High for 60 seconds. 7. Pour oil mixture over pasta, tossing to combine. 8. Cover an refrigerate until chilled. |
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