Pasta with Mushrooms, Tomatoes and Basil

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Pasta with Mushrooms, Tomatoes and Basil

 

2 cups penne or short pasta

2 tbsps. olive oil

3 large cloves garlic, minced

1 lb. whole fresh small Mushrooms

2 1/2 cups chopped ripe tomatoes

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

grated Parmesan cheese to taste

 

Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions; drain.

Meanwhile in large non-stick skillet heat oil over medium high heat; sauté

mushrooms with garlic 3 to 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Add tomatoes,

salt and pepper; sauté 2 to 3 minutes or just until softened. Add basil and

drained pasta; toss to mix well. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired and

garnish with basil leaves.

Makes 4 servings.