Ingredients
8 Ounces
Penne Or Multigrain Penne Pasta
8 Ounces
4 Ounces
Sliced Margherita® Pepperoni
4 Ounces
2 Cups
Chopped Very Ripe Fresh Tomatoes
2 Cups
? Cup
Pitted Kalamata Or Ripe Olives, Coarsely Chopped
? Cup
1/4 Cup
Olive Oil
1/4 Cup
1
Large Clove Garlic, Minced
1
1/2 Cup
Grated Parmesan Or Romano Cheese
1/2 Cup
1/4 Cup
Chopped Fresh Basil Or Italian Parsley
1/4 Cup
Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Stack pepperoni; cut crosswise in half and lengthwise into ¼-inch slices forming strips.
Combine tomatoes, olives, olive oil and garlic in a very large bowl.
Drain pasta; add to bowl and toss well. Add cheese and basil; toss again. Serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish with additional chopped basil or basil sprigs if desired.
There's Italian, and then there's Margherita