Garlic Pasta

Garlic Pasta




1Tblsp olive oil

8 cloves garlic, pressed

5 medium tomatoes (6 ounces each), cored, chopped

salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

1Tblsp dried basil or 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

1 lb angel-hair pasta or linguine, cooked according to package

Grated Parmesan or Romano cheese for serving, optional



Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook,

stirring often, until fragrant, about 2 minutes, taking care not to let

it

brown. Add tomatoes, salt, pepper and (if using dried) the basil.

Cover and cook over medium heat 10 minutes. Stir occasionally.

Remove cover and continue to cook until tomatoes have thickened

slightly, 3 to 5 minutes. Add fresh basil, if using. Taste and adjust

seasonings. Serve over pasta with cheese sprinkled on top.

Yield: 6 servings