Ingredients

3

medium tomatoes, chopped (2 1/4 cups)

2

tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves or 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves

2

tablespoons capers, drained

3

tablespoons olive or vegetable oil

1

tablespoon lemon juice

1

teaspoon sugar

1/2

teaspoon salt

1/8

teaspoon crushed red pepper

1

garlic clove, finely chopped

3

cups uncooked rigatoni

1/4

cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

Preparation

Mix all ingredients except rigatoni and cheese. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.

Cook and drain rigatoni as directed on package. Immediately toss rigatoni and tomato mixture. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled. Sprinkle with cheese.