Persian Lime Pasta

Posted by Lynda Przybylski on June 24, 2011 0 Comments

 

This recipe will add a little bit of summer any time of year.

Start it in the morning and forget it till the afternoon.                    

Prep time 15 min /Set time minimum 30 min. (but can be left for many for even better flavor) 

• 1/2 cup Bella Gusta persian lime EVOO
• 2-3 garlic cloves(chopped)
• 1 lb. mozzarella cheese
• 5 large basil leaves(chopped)
• 1 pkg grape tomatoes (halved)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1 lb. bow tie pasta

Cook garlic in 2-3 tbls Lime EVOO until lightly brown, set aside to cool.

In a large bowl add basil, grape tomatoes salt and pepper; cover with the remaining 

olive oil. Add garlic when cooled, cover then set aside for at least 30 min.

When ready to eat , cook pasta according to directions then mix together with the above ingredients. 

Cut mozzarella into small pieces and add to the pasta.(make sure to add this after everything else is mixed to eliminate melting) 

You may add more olive oil and salt and pepper to taste.

Top with fresh parmesan.  Enjoy!