ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH BASIL & TOMATOES

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Fresh basil and garlic bring out the Italian flavors in this simple quick-cooking dish. This makes 3 1-cup servings. Recipe is from Land O Lakes. Your favorite pasta can be substituted for the angel hair.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Vegetable

Time 17m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ounces uncooked dried angel hair pasta (capellini, broken in half)
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic
6 medium roma tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaf
2 tablespoons light butter, with canola oil
freshly shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, spray 10-inch nonstick skillet with no-stick cooking spray; add garlic.
  • Cook over medium heat 1 minute.
  • Add tomatoes and basil.
  • Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until heated through (1 to 2 minutes).
  • Toss together hot pasta, tomato mixture and light butter in large serving bowl. Sprinkle with cheese.

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