sun dried tomato pasta

By debrogers

Ingredients

• 8 ounce penne pasta
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
• 3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp basil
• 1/2 block firm tofu, pressed
• salt, to taste

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, bring 3 quarts of water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package directions.

As the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce. Place the minced garlic in a large bowl. Add the walnuts, sun-dried tomatoes, oil and basil. Mash in the tofu and mix well with a spoon.

When the pasta is ready, drain, and add to the mixture in large bowl. Toss all ingredients until pasta is well-coated. Pour onto a platter and serve at room temperature or chilled. Servings: 4