Sunday, January 22, 2012

Tomato Basil Pasta

Here's another Pinterest find, and the best part???  SO quick and easy!!!


Super Quick Tomato Basil Cream Pasta
1 large can crushed tomato
1/2 Cup Raw Cashews
2 Tbs Olive Oil
2-4 Cloves Garlic, minced
1 box or a little less Whole Wheat Spaghetti
1 tsp Salt
1-2 tsp Freshly Cracked, Coarse Black Pepper
1 Large Handful Fresh Basil Leaves, chopped (I didn't have these so I used dried basil)

Put a large pot of salted water on to boil.
Blend cashews in blender until finely chopped.
Add olive oil to a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and saute until golden, being careful not to burn. Once water is boiling, add pasta. Add crushed tomato to saute pan with cashew and basil and bring to a simmer. Add salt and let cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Let simmer until pasta is finished cooking. Once pasta is cooked, drain. Add pasta to the saute pan with black pepper and freshly chopped basil leaves. Toss to coat. Serve immediately, garnishing with more pepper and basil.

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