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Tomato Orecchiette with Brie and Basil




Source of Recipe


Colleen Clark, Loveland, CO, Sunset, JULY 2010


Recipe Introduction


The brie cheese acts as a creamy sauce when melted by the warm pasta. For the most flavorful results, use tomatoes and basil at the height of their season.




List of Ingredients




12 ounces orecchiette pasta
2 large tomatoes, chopped
4 ounces brie cheese, sliced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, sliced


Recipe



Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and return to pot. Add remaining ingredients and stir to combine.

SERVES 4

Note: Nutritional analysis is per 1 1/2-cup serving.


Nutritional Information
Calories:531 (44% from fat)
Protein:16g
Fat:27g (sat 7.8)
Carbohydrate:56g
Fiber:3.7g
Sodium:674mg
Cholesterol:89mg
Colleen Clark, Loveland, CO, Sunset, JULY 2010