Tomato Basil Pasta

Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 3 large tomatoes, diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 12 ounces linguine
• 4 quarts water
• salt and pepper

Recipe

• 1 mix first three ingredients in a bowl. add a little salt and pepper to taste. let stand at room temperature for about 1 hour. the tomatoes will release their juice and the flavors will blend, creating a sauce.
• 2 about 15 minutes before you are ready to serve bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot.
• 3 add linguine to the boiling water. return to a boil; cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes.
• 4 when pasta has finished cooking drain thoroughly and add tomato mixture. serve immediately.