Ingredients:
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 cups tomatoes
-- -- (peeled, seeded &
-- chopped)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons basil
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
8 ounces pasta -- (rigatoni, cooked)
fresh basil sprigs -- (opt.) |
Preparation:
Combine the first ten ingredients in a bowl. Let stand at room temperature for an hour. Cook the pasta according to the package directions, omitting any salt and fat; drain. Add the pasta to the tomato mixture and toss well. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs, if desired. Serve immediately. |
