Fettuccini with Fresh Tomato, Basil and Mozzarella Sauce 

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Serves: 4 person(s)

Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 15 mins
Extra Time: 20 mins (for marinating)

A delicious meal with light, fresh Italian flavors.

Ingredients:

4 vine-ripened Italian tomatoes

1 Tbsp sugar

1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

8 oz dry fettuccini

2 cup fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped

1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 Tbsp olive or canola oil

1 Tbsp capers, rinsed and drained

2 Tbsp grated fresh parmesan cheese

Directions:

Lay tomatoes in a dish and sprinkle with sugar and balsamic vinegar. Allow to marinate for 20 minutes.

Cook pasta according to directions on packet. Combine tomato, basil, mozzarella, oil and capers in a bowl and mix well. Spoon over hot pasta and serve topped with grated parmesan.

Variations:

Sugar can be replaced by 1 tablespoon of sugar substitute (adjusted recipe = 512 calories, 88g carbs, 4.3g sugars).

Author:

Family Health Network