10 oz linguini
3 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. bottled minced garlic
2 English muffins, split
3/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup pasta water
1 tbsp. sugar
1/2 cup pitted, halved Kalamata olives
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Heat broiler. In small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon oil, and 1/3 of the garlic. Brush on cut sides of muffins. Place muffins on baking sheet. Broil 3-4" from broiler for 2-3 minutes or until slightly browned.

Sprinkle 1 tablespoon basil on top of muffins. Cook pasta as directed, saving 1/2 cup pasta water.

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic, basil and tomatoes. Cook 2 minutes. Add pasta water and sugar. Cook for 4 minutes or until tomatoes are softened. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Stir into saucepan the pasta and olives. Heat through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and remaining basil. Serve with toasted muffins.

Submitted by: Sherry Monfils