Angel Hair Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes

Our family has a tomato sauce recipe passed down from generation to generation. It is very rich and of course delicious, but I have since sought out lighter, less caloric recipes that are also quicker and easier to prepare. Here is one of my favorites.

• 8 oz sun dried tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dry or freshly chopped basil
• 3 tablespoons extra light olive oil
• 1/2 onion finely chopped
• 1 cup crumbled ricotta salata

Start by plumping the sun dried tomatoes in 1 cup of very hot water. It usually takes about 15 minutes to soften them. Saute the onion and basil in the olive oil and then add the tomatoes. Keep on low flame for about 10 minutes and then set aside.

Cook pasta according to directions and toss with the tomato mixture. Top with crumbled ricotta salata. Serve hot or cold