Penne Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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Penne Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Summer and sun-dried tomatoes go hand-in-hand with this noodle formula. Italian spices tossed with Parmesan, pine nuts, and zingy sun-dried tomatoes define the pasta, and a mother lode of fresh basil makes it memorable.

Ingredients:

1 16 oz. box penne pasta
1 3 oz. package sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 red onion, minced
3/4 c. fresh basil, minced
1/3 c. dried basil
3/4 c. pine nuts, toasted
1 tbs. fresh garlic, minced
3/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 c. olive oil
1/4 c. red wine vinegar
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. black pepper

Preparation:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse and cool. Re-hydrate sun-dried tomatoes in hot water until softened. Drain. In a bowl, combine onion, fresh basil, dry basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Add the cooled pasta and rehydrated tomatoes. In a separate bowl, combine olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined. Pour dressing over pasta and mix well. Serves 8–10.