Pasta Salad w/Mozzarella, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Olives Recipe

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Pasta Salad w/Mozzarella, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Olives
Submitted May 5, 2004 by excitedmommy

Excellant Pasta Salad that

Ingredients

1 cup fresh basil leaves shredded
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup oil packed sundried tomatoes
1/2 cup minced pitted black olives (optional)
1/2lb fresh mozz (I prefer salted) cut into 1 inch cubes
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
16oz grape tomatoes halved
1lb fusilli or bow tie pasta
2 tablespoons drained capers
3 garlic cloves minced
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons reserved oil from sundried tomatoes

Instructions

Blend first 7 ingredients together in a food processor until semi-smooth. Season with salt & pepper Cook pasta in salted water. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Add dressing to pasta and toss to coat. Add tomatoes, mozz basil, parmesean and olives. Toss. Can be made ahead, cover and chill. However, it should be served at room temperature.

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