Thursday, March 8, 2007

Garlic, basil and artichoke pasta


12 oz of dry linguine
3 garlic cloves - chopped
2T olive oil + 1T olive oil
1 grape tomato - chopped
1/2 cup of cooked artichokes (frozen, then cooked, or canned/marinated)
1/4t dried oregano
1/2t salt
1/2t pepper
1/8c dried basil

grated soy cheese to top - optional

If using frozen artichoke hearts, cook according to instructions, then marinate in 2T olive oil, 1/4t garlic 1/4t basil for at least 20 min. before adding to frying pan.
Boil pasta according to instructions. Meanwhile in a fry pan, heat oil and saute garlic. When garlic is cooked, add artichokes and tomato. Stir fry for 2 minutes, then add oregano, salt, pepper and basil. Toss ingredients with linguine and additional tablespoon of olive oil. Serve with a big slice of garlic bread - and make sure your friends eat the same dish...if you want to keep them that is!

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