SPAGHETTI WITH CHECCA SAUCE

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This appealing, meatless main dish from Angela Strother of Gainesville, Florida is full of cheesy, tomato flavor. "If you want it saucier, add a bit of the reserved pasta water," Angela suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 ounces uncooked spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 small tomatoes, quartered
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
5 fresh basil leaves
2 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Dash salt and pepper
2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup hot water

Steps:

Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the oil, tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, basil, onions, garlic, salt and pepper; cover and process until coarsely chopped. , Drain spaghetti and place in a bowl. Add the tomato mixture, mozzarella cheese and water; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564 calories, Fat 29g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.