Tony's Summer Pasta Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Feb 02, 2012

Simple, delicious - and not just for summer! Although, I'll definitely remember this for summer when garden ripe tomatoes are in season. I subbed penne pasta for the linguini and opted to use fresh mozzarella that I sliced and chopped vs. shredded. I also used regular salt vs. garlic salt. This is a great side dish for any meal or you could make this a meal in and of itself it's so good. Next time I might add a splash of balsamic vinegar or a bit of crushed red pepper flakes for a little pizzaz!

—Jillian

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Most Helpful Critical Review

May 23, 2003

Too much garlic!!! I only used 1/2 the garlic, and it was still WAY too much.

—it

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May 21, 2010

I used bocconcini (little fresh mozzarella balls) instead of the shredded mozzarella and red-ripe Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped. I skipped the garlic salt - totally unnecssary. To avoid a strong taste of raw garlic I mixed the minced garlic with a little salt, then used the flat side of my chef's knife to mash it into a paste. I added all ingredients to taste rather than measuring. A plate of this and I'm happy. Very happy.

—naples34102

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Aug 29, 2002

I made this the other night for my husband - one of the "pickiest eaters in the world" and he LOVED it. I would highly reccommend this to anyone - easy to prepare and delicious!

—BETSEY DANAULT

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Aug 29, 2002

I made this for a summer dinner party. Even after doubling the recipe there were NO leftovers! This recipe is fantastic!

—SUSIECREAMPUFF

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Sep 14, 2010

I used cherry tomatoes and like naples 34102 fresh mozzarella. I love it how the mozzarella softens and melts a bit because of the hot pasta. I don't think there is dish with too much garlic so I loved the amount of garlic in this one. What really gives the dish an extra kick is if you add marinated artichokes. Sooooo good.

—Nirdau

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Nov 21, 2002

I cut the recipe in half...and I'm annoyed I wasted 1/2 lb. of mozzerella. This was just OK...very bland, and needed more Italian spices, like oregano, more salt, maybe rosemary. I wouldn't even waste my time spicing this up and trying it again. My husband asked me if this was the first time I made this (He knows I'm a good cook and that I am always making different meals.) He asked where I got the recipe. He then asked me to never make it again.

—TARA1972

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Jul 31, 2011

In LOVE with this pasta salad...the first time i made it I knew I would be making this for the rest of my life...second time i made it was in a rush and put the cheese in before the pasta was cool...hoping the compost pile enjoyed it at least! Only changes are that I dont put in garlic powder...just the garlic in the recipe and I add more salt...I do use half the cheese just because im saving calories but who doesnt love extra cheese! Five starts because hubby loved it and a party of friends gobbled it up!

—MELISAWARREN

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Nutrition

Calories
650 kcal
32%

Carbohydrates
63.1 g
20%

Cholesterol
48 mg
16%

Fat
32.1 g
49%

Fiber
4.4 g
17%

Protein
29.8 g
60%

Sodium
556 mg
22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Tony's Summer Pasta

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 650
Calories from Fat: 289

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32.1g 49 %
Saturated Fat 10.5g 53 %
Cholesterol 48mg 16 %
Sodium 556mg 22 %
Potassium 563mg 16 %
Total Carbohydrates 63.1g 20 %
Dietary Fiber 4.4g 17 %
Protein 29.8g 60 %
** Sugars 7.2g
Vitamin A 34 %
Vitamin C 33 %
Calcium 79 %
Iron 29 %
** Thiamin 10 %
Niacin 73 %
Vitamin B6 19 %
Magnesium 25 %
Folate 99 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.