Fusilli with Arugula, Tomatoes, & Olives

By bakers_delight85

Ingredients

• 8 ounces dried fusilli
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 3 to 4 cups torn arugula
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 2 medium plum tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup pitted nicoise or kalamata olives
• 2 Tbsp. snipped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet cook garlic and red pepper in hot olive oil for 3 or 4 minutes or until garlic is tender. Stir in arugula and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat just until arugula begins to wilt. Stir in tomatoes, olives, and parsley; heat through. Toss with hot cooked pasta. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.