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SHELBY TRAVELER’S LIGHT SUMMERTIME PASTA

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From LADY BE GOOD
SHELBY TRAVELER’S LIGHT SUMMERTIME PASTA

As some of you may remember, Shelby Traveler, in LADY BE GOOD, has had a little trouble taking off the weight that accumulated during her pregnancy. Since Shelby loves good food, but also wants to slim down, I know she’ll enjoy this recipe. (Note that this tastes best if you let first series of ingredients sit out at room temperature for about 1 hour before serving)

COMBINE IN SERVING BOWL:

  • About 5-6 C chopped ripe tomatoes
  • About 1 C finely chopped sweet onion (I use less)
  • l/2 C chopped fresh basil (I use more) or 2 T dry basil
  • l/3 C balsamic vinegar (Or use half Balsamic and half Rice Vinegar. Don’t use cider vinegar. It’s too strong.)
  • l/4 C oil (I used half olive oil and half canola—both good heart healthy oils)
  • 1-2 tsp granulated sugar
  • About 3 minced garlic cloves (to taste)
  • Salt & freshly ground pepper

Let these ingredients sit on counter at room temperature for about an hour.
Cook about 3/4 pound of a thinner pasta such as angel hair, thin spaghetti, or a smaller rotini in salted water. Drain but don’t rinse. Gently toss in serving bowl with above ingredients. Dish onto individual plates and top with grated Parmesan or mozzarella.

 


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