Instructions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet [or Dutch oven] over medium heat. Add onion and salt; stir well. Cover and cook 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in garlic; cook, uncovered, 15 minutes or until onion turns deep golden, stirring frequently. Add wine; simmer 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; set aside, and keep warm.

Cook pasta according to the package directions, omitting salt and fat.

Drain pasta, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Add cooking liquid, pasta, basil, and next 3 ingredients to onion mixture; toss well. Serve immediately.

Yield: 5 servings (serving size: 1 cup).

NOTES: Serves 2 as main course with salad or veg. Serve 4-5 (or 6?) as starter. Have onions cooked, rest chopped and toasted. After water boils, takes about 5 minutes to table.

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