Pasta Basico

Name: Pasta Basico
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tomato, diced; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme; salt and pepper to taste; ¼ cup grated Asiago cheese

Rating: 4.36 stars

39 Ratings
33 Reviews
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Garlic, thyme, fresh tomatoes and cheese -- simple and savory.

By VIRGINGER

Recipe Summary

prep:

10 mins

cook:

10 mins

total:

20 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 4 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tomato, diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup grated Asiago cheese

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. In large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, tomato, thyme, salt and pepper. Toss with pasta. Serve topped with cheese.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

334.5 calories; protein 10.2g 20% DV; carbohydrates 41g 13% DV; fat 14.7g 23% DV; cholesterol 73.2mg 24% DV; sodium 98.8mg 4% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (33)

Most helpful positive review

naples34102

08/12/2010

A very familiar dish to me that's especially delicious this time of year when tomatoes are at their vine-ripened best. I'll often use butter as well as the olive oil, and some fresh basil, parsley and/or chives. Freshly grated Parmesan or Romano is a fine substitute for Asiago. A few crushed red pepper flakes is good too, although I prefer this without. The tomatoes are meant to be fresh and uncooked, briefly tossed with the pasta just before serving. The fresh thyme was new to me, however, and I wasn't so sure I'd like it. I did. Read More

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Most helpful critical review

CARLYNSMOMMY

03/02/2011

This was pretty bland we thought. I had to doctor it up a bit. I threw in sauteed mushrooms garlic salt and heavy cream because it was a little dry. Read More

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39 Ratings

5 star values: 24
4 star values: 9
3 star values: 3
2 star values: 2
1 star values: 1

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naples34102

08/12/2010

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Jillian

08/24/2010

Oh my! This is fabulous and while the title implies "basic" or simple, I have to say it's simply delicious and a great side dish for grilled chicken. The flavors pair together nicely and I can see replacing the fresh thyme with fresh basil. I did add a bit of fresh basil as I had some on hand. I also added a little Parmesan with the Asiago. No matter what Italian cheese you have on hand you're sure to enjoy this dish! Read More

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Joel

01/08/2007

Good simple side dish. For an even easier preparation, use the canned italian diced tomatoes. Read More

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Lucy

05/12/2009

I actually doubled this recipe. Dont forget that Asiago is a bit of a stronger cheese. So I suggest adding to taste as not to overwhelm the serving. Read More

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Mpls_Heather

01/24/2011

Very easy to make and very very tasty! Tastes nice and light too. We have made this many times since I first tried this recipe especially when we're looking for something quick and healthy. Read More

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ANJACKSON

09/02/2010

Simple yet delicious! Used tomatoes and thyme from the garden and served over whole wheat spaghetti with fresh Parmesan. Fresh flavours a great side dish to the Tuscan Chicken I made! Read More

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CARLYNSMOMMY

03/02/2011

This was pretty bland we thought. I had to doctor it up a bit. I threw in sauteed mushrooms garlic salt and heavy cream because it was a little dry. Read More

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Amber

11/15/2010

5-star for ease and taste! Thank you for an easy recipe for a busy night! Read More

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papacook174

12/06/2010

very good Read More

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Good simple side dish. For an even easier preparation, use the canned italian diced tomatoes.

I actually doubled this recipe. Dont forget that Asiago is a bit of a stronger cheese. So I suggest adding to taste as not to overwhelm the serving.

Very easy to make and very very tasty! Tastes nice and light too. We have made this many times since I first tried this recipe especially when we're looking for something quick and healthy.

Simple yet delicious! Used tomatoes and thyme from the garden and served over whole wheat spaghetti with fresh Parmesan. Fresh flavours a great side dish to the Tuscan Chicken I made!