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Fresh Tomato and Basil with Vermicelli




Source of Recipe


Light Summer Faire


List of Ingredients




6 oz. Uncooked vermicelli
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup sliced zucchini
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 cups (2 medium) tomatoes, peeled, seeded, chopped
¼ cup fresh chopped basil or 1 ½ teaspoons basil leaves dried.
¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
½ cup grated parmesan cheese


Recipe



Cook vermicelli to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; rinse with hot water. Keep warm.
In a large skillet, heat oil; lightly sauté zucchini and garlic. Stir in tomatos, basil and pepper. Cook until thoroughly heated and slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. In four individual serving dishes, place ¼ of the vermicelli; top each with ¼ of the tomato mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately.