Sunday, January 1, 2012

Tomato, Olive, and Mozzarella Spaghetti

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This was pretty good.  I enjoyed and the kids did too.  My husband said I need to add chicken next time and I suppose that is a good possibility.  My daughter hated the olives, but I purposely left them big so she could easily pick them out.  I think this would be even better the next day after letting the flavors meld together all night in the fridge.  Overall I think this is good recipe which I will be keeping and using quite frequently.  There are minimal ingredients and it is rather filling.  This would be especially good for a a summer meal when you don't want to slave over a hot stove.  You can easily swap Feta Cheese for Mozzarella Cheese, Black Olives for Kalamata Olives, and add additional herbs that your family would enjoy.

Tomato, Olive, and Mozzarella Spaghetti
1 lb Tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1/2 cup Kalamata Olives
1/2 lb Fresh Mozzarella, cut into 1/4 inch pieces
3 TBS drained Capers
3 TBS chopped Flat Leaf Parsley
1/4 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Fresh Black Pepper, ground
3/4 lb Spaghetti Noodles, cooked and drained
6 TBS Olive Oil
3 TBS minced Garlic (I used the jar type, but you could use 3 cloves of fresh garlic)
  1. In a large jar combine tomatoes, olives, cheese, capers, parsley, salt, and pepper
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a frying pan.  Add garlic and saute for about 1 minute.  Remove from heat and add noodles.  Coat thoroughly and then add to tomato mixture.

This is a very versatile dish with fresh ingredients and minimal preparation.  I can't wait to have some tomorrow for lunch :)  I really think if it was refrigerated for a couple of hours before serving that the flavors would come out even better.  I will post an update after I try some for lunch tomorrow!

UPDATE:  After refrigerating this all night it is even better.  I think this dish is best served cold and my husband agreed.  It was much tastier and it really just needs to chill for a couple hours before serving.  The one thing I may add the next time I make it is a little finely chopped red onion for some crunch.  I think it would really complete the dish.  This is definitely a great recipe that will be added to my favorite folder :)


This recipe was inspired by the recipe found HERE

8 comments:

  1. You had me at capers. My favorite flavor lately! In fact, I think I might need some of your pasta! Glad you shared it with Tuesday's Tasty Tidbits. Hope you will come back this week.

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    1. I have never had capers until I made this and they are WONDERFUL! I can't believe I have never tried them before. Thanks for stopping by with the lovely compliment. I look forward to linking up again :)

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  2. I love all the flavors in this dish, I'm going to have to try this one. I came over from Things that make you go yumm! I am a new follower. Can't wait to see more of your recipes.

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    1. Thank you for your kind words! I am also following your blog. You have some fabulous recipes that I can't wait to try!

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    2. I am featuring you on Home Cooking this Wednesday. Stop by to pick up my button if you like.

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      Have a great week.

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    3. Thanks for the feature! Have a wonderful day!!!

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  3. This sounds amazing. I really love fresh mozzerella. Thanks for sharing your recipe this week @ Things That Make You Say Mmmmm!

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    1. Fresh mozzarella is FABULOUS! One of my favorites, but I am a cheese addict ;) Thanks for stopping by and for hosting such a great linky!

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