Meatless Wednesday: Tomato Basil Spaghettini

This mouth-watering meatless dish is a true Italian cuisine classic, and for a good reason. It’s easy to prepare and it leaves no one dissatisfied.

Bon Appetite!

Ingredients:

• 16 ounces uncooked spaghettini
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes with garlic
• 1 fresh tomato, chopped
• ½ cup fresh basil leaves
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• ½ lemon, juiced
• 2 ounces soft goat cheese

Preparation:

1. Boil a pot of water. Add spaghettini and cook until al dente, usually between 8 and 10 minutes. Drain the spaghettini.
2. Put diced tomatoes, basil, fresh tomato, garlic, pepper and olive oil in a blender. Blend until chunky.
3. Put the tomato mixture in a bowl and then add the cooked spaghettini. Toss the bowl to mix. Sprinkle lemon juice over the spaghettini. Top with goat cheese before serving.