1 clove garlic
1/4 c. minced onion
1/4 c. olive oil
6 lg. plum tomatoes, finely chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
12 pitted black olives, chopped
1 tbsp. chopped fresh basil
1 lb. penne, boiled al dente

Saute garlic and onion in the olive oil. Add tomatoes and cook over high heat for three minutes, until they begin to release their liquid. Add remaining ingredients and toss until pasta is well coated, about one minute. Makes six side dishes.