*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                             TRI-COLOR PASTA

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Sauces

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     1/4   c            Olive oil
   1       tb           Olive oil
   1       sm           Garlic clove, crushed
     1/4   c            Finely chopped onion
   2                    14 1/2 oz. cans of whole
                        Tomatoes with juice, broken
                        Up, or 3 cups peeled and
                        Chopped fresh tomatoes
                        Salt to taste
                        Freshly ground black pepper
   1       lb           Penne pasta, or other shape
     1/2   c            Chopped fresh basil
                        Grated Parmesan cheese

  In a large skillet, heat the 1/4 cup of olive oil over medium heat; add the
  onion and saute until tender (do not brown).  Add the garlic and saute for
  one minute.  Stir in the tomatoes; reduce the heat to medium low and
  simmer,
  stirring occasionally, until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 25
  minutes.  Add the salt and pepper to taste. In a large pot of boiling
  salted
  water, cook the pasta to desired doneness; drain well and place in a large
  bowl.  Stir the tablespoon of olive oil into the sauce, then pour over the
  pasta. Add the basil and toss to blend. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if
  desired, and serve.
 


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