This tomato basil pasta is reminiscent of bruschetta; serve alongside sliced baguette! It is refreshing, packed with flavor, and can be amped up with chicken or shrimp if you like!
Prep Time: 15 minutesmins
Total Time: 15 minutesmins
Servings: 8
Ingredients
1boxangel hair pasta, 14.5 oz dry
½cupgrated parmesan, powdered or very finely grated
*If desired, cooked/seasoned chicken or shrimp may be added.
Instructions
Fill large heavy pot with salted water, and bring to boil. Cook angel hair just to al dente, according to package. Do not overcook. Drain, but do not rinse. Sprinkle with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking.
While pasta is cooking: In a bowl, combine grated parmesan, pepper, vinegar, garlic powder, 5 TB olive oil, and melted butter. Mix together well.
Gently toss parmesan mixture with hot pasta. If needed, sprinkle a bit more olive oil.
Gently toss in sliced tomatoes and chopped basil.
Serve warm, with freshly shaved/grated parmesan. Serve alongside sliced/buttered baguette if desired.