Spaghetti With Fresh Tomatoes And Basil Weight Watchers Recipes

SPAGHETTI WITH FRESH TOMATOES AND BASIL

Steps:

• Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Only drain spaghetti, do not rinse.
• Meanwhile, cook onions in 1/2 tbs olive oil in a small pot over medium high heat until soft, about 1 minute.
• Reduce heat to low. Add tomatoes, sugar, pepper and salt to taste. Stir to mix.
• Tomatoes should get warm, but not cooked, about 5 minutes.
• When ready to serve add remaining 1/2 tbs oil, basil and spaghetti to tomatoes. Remove from heat, mix well, cover and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve.

TOMATO BASIL SPAGHETTI

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the spaghetti to al dente, about 8 minutes or according to your package directions.
• Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, half of the basil and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent - about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and the tomato sauce. Bring to a simmer while you break up the tomatoes with the side of a spoon. Simmer gently for about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Drain the pasta and put in a large serving bowl. Pour over the sauce and add all but a handful of the left over basil. Toss until the pasta is well coated with sauce. top with the remaining chopped basil, grated cheese and dried red pepper flakes. Enjoy!

SPAGHETTI WITH FRESH TOMATOES AND BASIL - WEIGHT WATCHERS

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes, oil, garlic, salt and pepper in serving bowl.
• Cook the spaghetti according to package directions.
• Drain spaghetti and add to the tomato misture; toss to coat.
• Sprinkle with the basil.

FRESH TOMATO-BASIL SALAD/WEIGHT WATCHERS

Steps:

• Whisk together 2 vinegars,shallot,salt and pepper in a small bowl.
• Slowly whisk in oil until blended.
• Add the basil sprig and bruise it with the back of a wooden spoon.
• Let mixture stand at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
• Discard sprig of basil.
• Put the tomatoes in a serving bowl.
• Drizzle with the dressing and add shredded basil.
• Toss to coat.
• Let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes or up to an hour before serving.

PASTA WITH ARTICHOKES AND BASIL

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Immediately drain. Return pasta to pan; keep warm.
• Meanwhile, place artichoke hearts in a colander under cold running water to separate. In a large skillet cook and stir artichokes, sweet pepper, onion, and garlic in hot oil over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
• Stir in tomato and basil; cook and stir about 2 minutes more or until heated through. Add artichoke mixture to pasta. Toss gently to mix. Sprinkle each serving with Parmesan cheese. Makes 4 to 6 side-dish servings.