Ingredients

  • 2 cups olive oil
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 (2 ounce) can sliced black olives
  • 2/3 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 5 1/2 pounds tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh chives
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta
  • 8 ounces crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Method

  • In a large bowl, combine olive oil, sun dried tomatoes, olives, basil, tomatoes, chives, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and garlic.
  • Marinate for 3 hours.
  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente.
  • Drain.
  • Pour sauce over hot pasta, and toss lightly.
  • Sprinkle with feta cheese, if desired.