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Vegetarian Tomato Basil Pasta with Asiago Cheese

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Vegetarian Tomato and Basil Pasta
Vegetarian Tomato Basil Pasta with Asiago Cheese. Recipe courtesy the Wheat Foods Council.

Ingredients:

  • 12 ounces pasta (use linguini or fettucine)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp fresh minced garlic
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 12 ounces cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
  • 1/4 cup Asiago cheese (Parmesan may also be substituted)

Preparation:

Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.

In a small skillet, sautee garlic in olive oil. Add tomatoes and basil, stir until warmed.

In a large bowl, combine pasta with tomato mixture and cheese. Garnish with extra basil. Serve immediately.

Servings: 6
Calories/Serving: 282
Nutrition: One serving provides approximately: 282 calories, 9 g protein, 45 g carbohydrates, 2 g fiber, 7 g fat (2 g saturated), 4 mg cholesterol, 140 mcg folate, 2 mg iron, 408 mg sodium.

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