Ingredients: For each Nest: Form "Nest" of: 1/2 cup fresh angel hair pasta, uncooked and firmly packed Deep-fry in: 2 inches cooking oil Remove, Drain, and Toss with: 1 t. Parmesan cheese, grated 1/4 t. basil, minced
Directions:In a deep saucepan, heat oil to 350?. Make a tight "nest" of the pasta and immerse it in the oil. Hold nest tight with tongs until it's cooked enough to keep its shape (without tongs, it'll fall apart). When top of nest turns golden, turn and fry until bottom takes on color (this only takes a few seconds). Drain on paper towels and immediately sprinkle with basil-cheese mixture. Place in the center of each salad |