Farfalle With Olivada

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Type of meal : | Main Courses | Main Courses

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Ingredients

1 can, 398 ml (14 oz) black olives, pitted
125 ml (1/2 cup) basil leaves, rinsed and dried
3 cloves garlic, chopped coarsely
75 ml (1/3 cup) olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
454 g (1 lb) medium farfalle
50 ml (1/4 cup) green onions, sliced thinly
45 ml (3 tbsp) white wine
6 sprigs fresh basil

Directions

  1. In a food processor, prepare the olivada by puréeing the olives, basil, garlic and 50 ml (1/4 cup) of the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large pot, cook the farfalle al dente according to package instructions. Drain the pasta but do not rinse. Transfer to a serving bowl and set aside.
  3. In a hot skillet, sauté the green onions for 30 seconds in the remaining olive oil. Add the wine and reduce for a few seconds. Add the olivada and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the mixture over the pasta and toss well.
  5. Garnish with sprigs of basil.
  6. Serve immediately.

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Imported on 2011-01-20 20:26:46 — Original ID:2420