Rotini with Sun Dried Tomatoes, Walnuts, Basil, and Parmesan Cheese
(from Adams Family’s recipe box)
Source: Barilla Plus
Categories: Main Dishes
Ingredients
- 1 box Barilla Plus rotini
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil and herbs, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets, fresh or defrosted
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, cut into thin strips
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
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Cook pasta according to package directions.
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Meanwhile, saute walnuts in a small skillet for 1-2 minutes until slightly brown. Place in a large salad bowl.
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Add sun-dried tomatoes, including some oil from tomatoes, garlic and olive oil.
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Add broccoli florets into boiling water (with pasta) for last 3 minutes.
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Drain, add pasta and broccoli to salad bowl.
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Add parmesan cheese and basil.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Mix well and serve.