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Capellini with Fresh Tomatoes and Basil

 

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00

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Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

2 pounds plum tomatoes -- seeded and diced

1 cup fresh basil leaves -- cut into thin strips

salt and freshly ground pepper -- to taste

1 pound dried capellini

 

In a large nonreactive bowl, combine the olive oil, tomatoes, basil, salt and

pepper, and stir until blended. Set aside.

 

Bring a large pot two-thirds full of water to a boil. Add salt and the capellini

and cook according to the package instructions until al dente (tender but firm

to the bite). Drain the pasta, add it to the tomato sauce and toss to mix.

Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper. Divide the pasta among individual bowls

and serve immediately.

 

Source:

" Williams-Sonoma Kitchen "

 

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 704 Calories; 29g Fat (37.4% calories

from fat); 16g Protein; 94g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol;

27mg Sodium. Exchanges: 5 1/2 Grain(Starch); 2 Vegetable; 5 1/2 Fat.

 

NOTES : Also known as angel hair pasta, capellini is at its best tossed with a

simple sauce of chopped fresh tomatoes, basil and fruity extra-virgin olive oil.

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