Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce
Serve this pasta recipe as a light side dish, or add grilled chicken to serve as a complete meal.
Servings: Makes 3 side-dish servings.
Total: 45 mins
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Ingredients
2 large tomatoes or 6 to 8 Roma tomatoes, chopped (2 cups)
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 tablespoon snipped fresh basil and/or oregano
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 ounces dried capellini (angel hair), linguine, or spaghetti
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Fresh basil (optional)
Directions
1. In medium bowl toss together the tomatoes, green onions, basil and/or oregano, vinegar, garlic, and pepper. Cover and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
2. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions, except omit any salt or oil; drain.
3. Add the hot pasta to the tomato mixture; toss to mix. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil. Makes 3 side-dish servings.
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