Best Pasta Shells With Salsa Cruda Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN SUMMER PASTA WITH SALSA CRUDA

Steps:

• In a large pasta serving bowl, mix together the olives, tomatoes, mint, capers, garlic, red pepper flakes, orange zest and olive oil. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper. Stir and lightly press the ingredients with the back of the spoon to incorporate flavors. Let sit for at least 30 minutes, or up to a day.
• Just before serving, cook the angel hair pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Remove the garlic clove from the pasta sauce. Drain the pasta and while still steaming hot, place the pasta on top of the cold sauce. Let sit for a minute before tossing the pasta. Top with grated Parmesan and serve.

PASTA SHELLS WITH SALSA CRUDA

Steps:

• 1. Cook pasta in boiling water 8 minutes, omitting salt and fat.
• 2. Combine tomatoes, oil, vinegar, garlic and pepper in a large bowl. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
• 3. Add pasta tomato mixture; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in green onions and remaining ingredients.

ARTICHOKES, CAPERS, OLIVES, LEMON ZEST, AND ITALIAN TUNA ON PASTA SHELLS

Steps:

• In a 10-quart pot, bring the water to a brisk boil. Add salt and stir in the pasta shells. When the water returns to a boil, begin timing and cook al dente according to the package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water. Drain the pasta, but do not rinse. Transfer the shells to a large serving bowl. Stir in the reserved pasta water to keep the pasta from sticking to itself. Pasta continues to cook and absorb water even when it has been drained. Add in the salsa cruda ingredients and toss. Garnish with chopped parsley leaves.
• Preparation time: 10 minutes; cooking time: 15 minutes

PASTA WITH SALSA CRUDA DI POMODORO

Steps:

• Place chopped tomatoes in a colander and let drain for several minutes, stirring at least once.
• Transfer the tomatoes to a large serving bowl and combine with remaining ingredients, except pasta and cheese.
• Let stand at room temperature until the pasta is ready.
• Cook pasta in a large pan with 3 qts.
• water until al dente, about 9 to 11 minutes.
• Drain well.
• Fold the pasta into the tomato sauce and serve at once.
• If desired, offer the Parmesan as a condiment at the table.

PASTA SHELLS WITH SALSA CRUDA

Steps:

• Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 minutes, omitting salt and fat. Combine tomatoes, oil, vinegar, garlic and pepper in a large bowl. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add pasta to tomato mixture; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in green onion and remaining ingredients.