pasta with good stuff

Mid Simmer

it always takes me a while to get through all of the recipes that people send to me. this is undoubtedly related to my dislike for having to grocery shopping too often. but, i did finally get to this little gem that my mom sent to me not too, too long ago.  the ingredients were almost all things that i had anyway, save for the italian tomatoes. the really good news is that using the wheat noodles adds both flavor and health benefits. AND, except for the cheese, this is a saturated fat-free meal. which is good for those of you watching blood pressure and cholesterol (*hint, hint*). it's easy, super yummy, and makes quite a bit, so you'll have leftovers to bring to work with you (although it would be really easy to halve, if you're cooking for 1 and don't enjoy leftover pasta).

angel hair pasta with tomatoes, basil, and parmesan cheese
1 box pasta
3 tsp EVOO
1 garlic clove, minced

Yum!

1 28-oz can Italian tomatoes
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper (more never hurts :)
1 tbsp clopped italian parsley
3 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese

Cook pasta as directed on packaging. Heat oil in large skillet. Add garlic and saute until golden. Add tomatoes and pepper and simmer 5-10 minutes. Drain pasta and add to skillet. Add herbs and mix well. Add parmesan cheese, mix well, and serve.