I used to work in a fabulous Italian restaurant, and the cooks taught me how to make this dish. I have modified it a bit, but it's very similar, and incredibly delicious.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Calories
591 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add seashell pasta, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil and melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Mix in the garlic, basil, and artichoke hearts, and cook 5 minutes, until heated through. Toss with the cooked pasta to serve.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic
4 ounces small uncooked seashell pasta
2 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 sprig fresh basil, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered