Pasta Day: Cold Capellini With Tomatoes And Basil

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Cold Capellini With Tomatoes And Basil

 

Recipe By : Pasta East to West by Nava Atlas, page 48

Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Pasta, Couscous, Etc. Salads, Main Dish

Vegetables

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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8 ounces capellini -- up to 10

(angel hair pasta)

1 1/2 pounds ripe tomatoes -- diced, up to 2

1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion -- optional

2 tablespoons capers -- up to 3

2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano

OR 1 teaspoon dried

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese -- optional

Salt and freshly ground black pepper -- to taste

 

6 servings

 

The companionable summer duo - tomatoes and basil-becomes quite a delicacy

when teamed with angel hair pasta.

 

Cook the pasta in plenty of rapidly simmering water until al dente. Drain

and rinse under cool water, then drain well again.

 

Combine the pasta with the remaining ingredients in a serving bowl, and

toss well. This may be made up to an hour ahead of time and refrigerated

until needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

 

Variation: Just before serving, stir in 4 to 6 ounces finely diced fresh

mozzarella. This preparation is often called " Pasta Caprese. "

 

Calories: 132, Carbohydrate: 19 g, Total Fat: 5 g, Cholesterol: 0 g,

Protein: 3 g, Sodium: 188 mg

 

 

 

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