Tomato and Basil Pasta

4 medium tomatoes, diced (4 cups)
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Mix the first five ingredients and let set at room temperature at least 1 hour.

Cook angel hair pasta according to package directions and drain.

Top pasta with tomato mixture. Serve immediately and top with Parmesan cheese (optional).

Note: One serving is a good source of fiber.

Makes 6 cups
4 servings

Each Serving
1 ½ cups

Carb Servings
2 ½

Exchanges
2 starch
2 vegetable

Nutrient Analysis
Calories 193
Total Fat 1g
Saturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 9mg
Total Carbohydrate 39g
Dietary Fiber 4g
Sugars 6g
Protein 8g