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When I am in a rush, and I seem to often be rushed lately, nothing goes on the table quite as quickly as a pasta dish.
There are times I like to make fresh pasta but I always keep a couple of packages of organic whole wheat, and organic semolina pasta on the shelf for “Those Days”.
This was a fantastic hit at my house. The pasta was garlicky and olive-y with just a hint of fresh tomato taste. Fresh basil adds a nice touch. I used elephant garlic but use what you have on hand. If you are substituting regular garlic for elephant garlic use about 5 good sized cloves.
This is my entry for Presto Pasta Night. This week it is being hosted by Hillary of Chew on That. Thanks Hillary!
Pasta, Garlic, and Olives
1 lb of pasta cooked a la dente
1 c widely grated mozzarella or parmesan
Sauce:
3 tbs olive oil
1 clove elephant garlic, sliced thinly
1 onion, chopped
8 oz black olives, your choice
1/2 c fresh basil, chopped
2 c chopped fresh tomatoes or a big can of Muir Glen diced tomatoes.
1 tsp dried chipotle (optional- it adds a spicy smoky flavor)
Saute the onion, chipotle, and garlic slowly in the olive oil until the onion is transparent. Do not let it brown. Add the tomatoes and the olives and warm through. I like to leave the olives whole but you can slice them if you like. Kalamata olives are fantastic in this, I just didn’t happen to have any the day I took this picture. Now, mix the drained pasta into the sauce, sprinkle with fresh basil and then top with the mozzarella or parmesan. This is great hot or at room temperature.
Pasta Presto! Serves 10
Image:Marye Audet
Thanks for doing it, RUth. I enjoy this part of my Friday.
I especially love the addition of chipotle in the sauce. Thanks for sharing with Presto pasta Nights.
1420 days ago
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i can’t wait to see th list tomorrow, Hillary, thanks for doing this!
Oh man…looks too good! Thanks for entering it into this week’s Presto Pasta Nights! :)
LOL! Jen, I like pasta and the lighter vegetarian meals alot..Marc prefers meat. we compromise.
We really do have similar tastes, Marye. D and I would just LOVE this. (C prefers meat, meat, meat, but such is life).
Yep Courtney! How about a nice Swedish dessert? ;)
I would love this with the Kalamata olives.