Italian Spaghetti with Pesto

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This spaghetti is so delicious. The pesto, mixed with tomatoes, olives and goat cheese, makes for a truly satisfying meal.

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Serving Size / Yield

4-6 servings

Ingredients

2 med. tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1/2 C. chopped black olives
6 basil leaves, stacked and cut into thin ribbons
1 Tbs. chopped fresh thyme
1/4 C. olive oil
salt to taste
pepper to taste
1 lb. spaghetti
4 oz. goat cheese

Directions

In a large bowl, mix tomatoes, olives, basil, thyme, oil, salt and pepper together. Bring 4 qts. of water to boil in a large pot. Add 2 Tbs. salt, then pasta, gently pushing it down until the pasta is completely covered with water. Stir well. Cook over high heat, stirring frequently, until pasta is tender. Drain pasta and add it to the bowl with tomatoes. Toss well. Then add goat cheese and toss again. Serve.