It’s tomato season and my plants are producing the sweetest tomatoes this year. In addition to my own tomatoes, I’m also getting some from a local farm whose CSA program I’m a member of. So many tomatoes!!
I’m always looking for quick meals I can make using my produce, so that’s how this Italian Salsa Pasta recipe came from. I literally throw tomatoes, basil and garlic in the blender to create a salsa that I then toss in a pan with olive oil to quickly cook then toss with cooked pasta and diced fresh Mozzarella.
The plus is that it’s perfect for #MeatlessMonday and literally takes 15 minutes to make!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups tomatoes
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp. each red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper
- ½ pound dry pasta, cooked one minute less than recommended on the packaging (I typically use penne)
- ½ cup cubed, fresh Mozzarella
- 2 Tbsp. freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
Directions:
- In a blender or food processor, add the tomatoes, the basil and the garlic. Pulse until well blended, 15-20 seconds.
- Warm the oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat for 30 seconds. Add the oil and spices and cook for 10 seconds.
- Reduce heat to medium and add the salsa to the hot oil and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and gently stir to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Take the pan off the heat and add the Mozzarella to the pasta and stir to combine.
- Serve with a dusting of Parmesan cheese.
Makes 2 servings.
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