Ingredients:
8 ounces uncooked ziti pasta or 8 ounces mostaccioli pasta
1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
1/3 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
1 3/4 lbs tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon capers, drained (optional)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt
pepper
crumbled goat cheese or grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
Prepar pasta according to packaged directions.
Meanwhile, in a large serving bowl, combine olives, basil, oil, vinegar, garlic, capers, and red pepper flakes.
Add the tomatoes to olive mixture and toss.
Drain pasta and add to tomato-olive sauce; toss well.
Sprinkle with cheese if desired.
Season with salt and pepper.
Servings: 4
Time preparation: 10 min.
Time total: 25 min.