Capellini with Light Sauce

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SERVES: 4

COOK TIME: 18 Min

Simple, quick, fresh ... Just perfect when you want to feel satisfied and summertime light at the same time.

What You'll Need

1 pound capellini (angel hair pasta) or other long, thin pasta shape
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
5 cups diced fresh tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
3/4 cup chicken broth
5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, for tossing

What to Do

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta to desired doneness; drain and place in a large bowl.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the oil to medium-high heat; add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add the tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper; cook for 3 minutes more.
Add the chicken broth and stir until heated through. Pour the mixture over the hot pasta, toss with Parmesan cheese, and serve immediately.

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rlowsley 3782470

Feb 25, 2014

I make this dish all the time for a change from typical spaghetti sauce. It's so nice and light. Since I am on a spinach kick lately, next time I'll add some fresh spinach in with the tomatoes.