CAPELLINI WITH TOMATOES, GARLIC, AND BASIL

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This is another pretty good diabetic recipe. It's got allot of flavor, and it makes your house smell really good too! :) The Diabetic Exchange on this one is: 2 1/2 carbohydrate (bread/starch), 1/2 fat

Provided by MizEmerilLagasse

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

olive oil flavored cooking spray
8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
3 cups seeded and diced fresh tomatoes
1 cup fresh basil leaf, roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (optional)
fresh ground pepper
8 ounces capellini
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons shaved parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Lightly coat a heavy nonstick skillet with cooking spray.
  • Place over medium heat and add the garlic slices.
  • Cook slowly until garlic is lightly and evenly browned.
  • Reduce heat to low and add tomatoes, basil, salt (if using), and pepper.
  • Cook just until the tomatoes are heated through, about 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook capellini according to package directions to al dente; drain and place on a pasta plate or in a large bowl.
  • Drizzle pasta with olive oil and toss to evenly coat.
  • Arrange the hot tomato mixture on top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese shavings.
  • Serve at once, tossing the mixture as you serve.

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