Shelly's Recipe

PASTA AND GOAT CHEESE WITH BASIL

Category: Pasta

2 tbsp corn or peanut oil
4 rounds goat cheese (12 oz total)
1 lb pasta of your choice, such as linguine, cooked according to pkg instructions
16 fresh basil leaves
1 large ripe tomato, diced
4 tsp extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
Pinch freshly ground black pepper

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil until very hot but not smoking and cook the rounds of cheese until slightly brown but not melted, about 30 seconds on each side.

Divide the pasta among four bowls. On top of each, arrange one round of cheese, halved, 4 leaves of basil, and one quarter of the diced tomato. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with pepper. Makes 4 servings.

This would be great with a sparkling wine.