Source: Ana Maria Kruger. 1995
Makes 4 servings.
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Tips: Easy dinner to prepare when short of time.
Mostaccioli with Sun Dried Tomatoes
"Bowtie" Pasta
Ingredients
Preparation
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried basil
10 sun-dried tomatoes soaked in hot water, 10 minutes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
12 ounces Mostaccioli pasta, cooked al dente
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Preheat oven to 250 F degrees.
1. In heavy skillet big enough to toss pasta and dressing, heat olive oil for 2-3 minutes, add Garlic, Basil and sun-dried tomatoes drained and cut in halves. Stir for few minutes. Add Tomato paste and continue to stir until oil turns reddish color.
2. Toss cooked pasta into dressing. Transfer to preheated ovenproof plate and cover with fresh grated Parmesan Cheese. Place in warmed oven for 5- 10 minutes to warm up and soften the cheese.
VARIATION: Saute fresh green or red pepper slices, onion slices, mushrooms slices etc. in heated oil as indicated in step one. Remove from skillet and add to cooked pasta. Add 2 fresh Mozzarella balls cut in 1/4 inch chunks while tossing of pasta before placing dish in the oven.
