GREEK PASTA

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Sweet sun-dried tomatoes, black olives and fresh basil are tossed with olive oil and pasta in this easy vegetarian dish. I like to make it in advance so the flavors have a chance to blend.-Jennifer Mento, Boston, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 jar (6 ounces) pitted Greek olives, drained
3/4 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 to 4 drops hot pepper sauce, optional
1 package (16 ounces) spiral pasta
3/4 cup minced fresh basil
Additional grated Romano cheese, optional

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the olives, tomatoes, cheese, oil, capers, lime juice, pepper, pepper flakes and pepper sauce if desired; let stand for 10-15 minutes. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions., Drain pasta; place in a large bowl. Add olive mixture and basil; toss to coat. Serve with additional cheese if desired.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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