Pasta with mascarpone

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsPasta
½poundsMascarpone cheese
1cupMilk
4Garlic cloves, minced
2tablespoonsTomato paste
4tablespoonsWhite wine
Salt and pepper
Olive oil
Basil leaves
Grated parmesan

Directions

In a blender, using low speed, mix the milk and mascarpone. Gradually add the tomato paste, white wine, salt and pepper.

Fry the garlic in olive oil until golden. Add the milk and cheese mixture to the pan, bring to a slow boil.

Prepare the pasta as needed. Pour the sauce over the pasta.

Sprinkle with olive oil, garnish with basil strips and grated parmesan, and serve immediately.

Origin: Israeli Mascarpone "Gad" package. Recipe by Phyllis Glazer.

Translated by Gabi Shahar, December 1994.