Walnut Pasta Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 oz. vermicelli or spaghetti, broken
2 (6 oz.) jars marinated artichoke hearts
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. dried basil, crushed
1 c. sliced fresh mushrooms (optional)
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 c. sliced green onions
1 c. walnuts

Preparation

Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions.
Rinse and drain.
Drain artichoke hearts, reserving marinade.
Blend marinade with garlic and basil.
Chop artichokes. Toss with pasta, mushrooms, tomatoes, onion and marinade mixture. Cover and chill.
Toss in walnuts before serving.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.