Fettuccine with Heirloom Tomatoes

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(from jmbreadon’s recipe box)

The flavor of heirloom tomatoes takes center-stage in this divinely simple, summertime dish. Use good quality store-bought pasta for a quick weeknight meal

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 6 people

Ingredients

  • 6 cups roughly chopped heirloom tomatoes
  • 1 cup halved heirloom cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 15 basil leaves, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 package fettuccine
  • Thinly shaved parmesan, for serving

Directions

  1. Make the sauce: Combine tomatoes, oil, basil, garlic, and salt and pepper in a bowl; cover and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to meld flavors.

  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat, and add pasta; cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain pasta and add to bowl of sauce; toss to combine. Divide among serving bowls and garnish with parmesan.

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