Italian Tomato and Pasta Salad (Vegan) -

32 oz Canned tomatoes; drained/

1"

- reserve liquid 2 tb Wine vinegar

1/4 ts Garlic powder

1 ts Dried basil

1 ts Dried oregano

2 tb Parmesan cheese

8 as a side dish or 4 as a tasty main meal. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients, mixing well. Add small amounts of tomato liquid until pasta is evenly moistened. Chill several hours to blend flavors. Mix well before serving. You can salt & pepper to taste but the sodium in the nutritional analysis will not show that. Nutrition (per serving):

133 calories Total Fat

1 g (8% of calories) Source: Lean Luscious & Meatless, Page(s):

99, Date Published:

12-14-94. Recipe collection of Sue Smith.