Recipe: Evelyn's Sun Dried Tomato Bow Tie Pasta

Evelyn's Sun Dried Tomato Bow Tie Pasta
From: Gina,Fla

1 lb. box Bow Tie Pasta
1 regular bag of sun dried tomatoes (found by the fresh tomatoes in the produce section of grocer)
2 ripe fresh large tomatoes, chopped
1 can large black olives, drained and sliced
2 Tbsp. fresh minced garlic
3 large leaves fresh basil, minced
1 large sprig fresh oregano, minced
4 Tbsp olive oil

Cook bow tie pasta according to package directions. Throw in all the sun dried tomatoes in the water too. Remove them when tender, separate and chop them.

Saute the chopped sun dried tomatoes, fresh chopped tomatoes, sliced black olives, garlic and all the fresh herbs in oil.

When veggies are tender, add salt and pepper to taste and garlic powder to taste. Mix well.

Drain pasta and put in large serving bowl, add veggie mixture to pasta and toss to coat well.

Serve as a side dish with chicken or fish or by itself for a luncheon or picnic. Can be served hot or cold. Travels well. Also, you can add grilled chicken slices over the pasta to serve as a complete meal.