Ingredients

  • 8 oz. fettuccine or medium egg noodles (about 4 c.)
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 3 qt. boiling water
  • 2 large firm tomatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 c. chopped chives
  • 1/2 c. bottled Italian dressing
  • few twists freshly ground black pepper

Method

  • Gradually add fettuccine and salt to rapidly boiling water so that water continues to boil.
  • Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally until tender.
  • Drain.
  • While fettuccine is cooking, in large bowl, combine tomatoes, zucchini and chives.
  • Pour dressing over vegetables.
  • Toss immediately with hot fettuccine. Add freshly ground black pepper.
  • Serve.
  • Makes 4 servings.