Fried Angel Hair with Red onion and Tomatoes

Description
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group
 * Source: Barilla
 * 4 – 6 servings

Ingredients

 * ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
 * 2 cups red onions, julienne
 * 3 cups fresh tomatoes, peeled, seeded, diced
 * salt to taste
 * freshly ground black pepper to taste
 * 2 – 3 leaves fresh basil, chopped
 * 1 (16 oz) box Barilla™ angel hair
 * ½ cup parmigiano cheese, grated, divided
 * 2 tbsp butter

Directions

 * 1) Bring large pot of water to boil.
 * 2) Heat olive oil in lg skillet.
 * 3) Sauté onions over med heat about 10 min.
 * 4) Add tomatoes, basil and 1 cup water and simmer.
 * 5) Season with salt and pepper and simmer 5 – 7 minutes.
 * 6) Set aside.
 * 7) Cook pasta according to directions.
 * 8) Drain and toss with ½ the sauce and parmigiano cheese.
 * 9) Adjust seasonings and allow pasta to cool.
 * 10) Melt butter in non-stick pan.
 * 11) Add pasta and fry until bottom is golden brown and crispy.
 * 12) Invert onto plate or cutting board.
 * 13) Return pasta to pan to cook other side.
 * 14) Cook until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
 * 15) Invert onto serving platter.
 * 16) Pour reserved sauce over pasta cake and serve.