Garlic Olive Oil Pasta

10

Minutes Prep Time

15

Minutes Cook Time

6

Servings

This quick and easy recipe for Garlic Olive Oil Pasta delivers a delightful dish that can stand on its own as an entree or serve as a side with meat, poultry or fish. The ingredients are ones you probably already have in your pantry and refrigerator. Give it a try. We think you’ll be pleased.

INGREDIENTS

1 pound box thin spaghetti
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 Roma tomato, diced
1 tablespoon fresh basil, julienned
Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cook spaghetti until al dente according to package directions (do not omit salt). Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil.

2. Heat large sauté pan on high and add 3 tablespoons olive oil. When hot, lower to medium and add garlic, season with salt and pepper.

3. Saute garlic for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

4. Add pasta to the garlic in pan and toss. Remove from heat.

5. Stir in tomato and basil and serve.

NOTES

Courtesy of Chef John Barbie and Vigo Importing Company, Tampa, Florida.