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Pasta with Basil

2 1/2 cups uncooked small tube pasta
1 small onion, chopped
1 to 3 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil
2 to 3 Tbsp dried basil
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese

Cook pasta according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onion in oil until tender.
Stir in basil;  cook and stir for 1 minute.
Drain pasta;  add to basil mixture.
Remove from the heat;  stir in cheese just until it begins to melt.
Serve immediately.

4 servings

(Quick Cooking - Sep/Oct 2000 )