Pasta with Basil and Capers

Passa with Basil and Capers

Serves 4

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Estimated Values per Serving:

Calories: 110                        Fat: 6 grams                          Points: 2

Ingredients:

½ box (8 ounces) penne pasta

2 tablespoons olive oil

*¼ cup vinegar from olive jar

1 clove garlic – minced

1 tablespoon capers – minced

1 tablespoon fresh basil – minced

2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Boil pasta according to package directions and drain when cooked.  Add pasta to a large serving bowl.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, garlic and capers.  Pour dressing on top of pasta and stir.  Add basil and parmesan cheese and toss lightly.
3. Serve immediately.

*Look for olives that are pickled in vinegar.  If you do not have a jar of pickled olives, you can substitute your favorite flavored vinegar instead.