Sandy Noodles

An easy and quick side dish that's a break from potatoes.

Sandy Noodles

• 1 package of whole grain noodles or any kind of pasta
• 1/2 stick butter or margarine
• 4 TBSP olive oil
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 medium onion, diced fine
• 3 TBSP fresh basil chopped fine, or 3 tsp dried basil
• 2 cloves garlic chopped fine, or 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/3 cup whole grain cracker crumbs

Cook noodles or pasta per directions on the package. When done, drain. Add butter and olive oil to pan big enough to hold and mix the cooked pasta. Put on medium heat to melt butter. When butter is melted, add cooked noodles. Add the rest of the ingredients and combine thoroughly. Add salt and pepper to taste.