Simply toss together for an easy, tasty, week night supper!
Course: Entrée
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4
Ingredients
1 1/2lbs. tomatoes(about 3) seeded & cut into 1/2-inch pcs
1/2c.Kalamata or black olivespitted
1/4lb.feta cheesecrumbled
3T.capersdrained
3T.chopped flat leaf parsley
1/4tsp.salt
1/4tsp.fresh ground black pepper
3/4lb.spaghetti
6T.olive oil
3clovesgarlicminced
Instructions
In a large glass or plastic bowl, combine the tomatoes, olives, feta, capers, parsley, salt, and pepper.
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti until al dente, about 10-12 minutes; drain.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the cooked pasta and the garlic oil to the tomato mixture and toss.
For Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Black Olives, Garlic, and Mozzarella - Use 3/4 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch pieces, in place of the feta.
For Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Olives, Garlic, Feta, and Fresh Herbs - Use 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or 3 tablespoons mixed chopped fresh herbs, such as tarragon and chives, in place of the parsley.