posted by Verla 06-23-100 6:10 PM
Spaghetti with Fresh Tomatoes and Basil
Food and Wine Pasta Cookbook.
1 lb. of spaghetti
1 1/2 lbs. of tomatoes, about 3, seeded and diced (3 cups)
1/2 lb. fresh mozzarella cut into 1/4 inch dice
3/4 cup chopped fresh basil
6 Tbl. olive oil
2 tsp. red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
3 Tbl. parmesan cheese
Combine the tomatoes, cheese, basil, oil, garlic, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Let marinate for several hours at room temperature.
Cook spaghetti until done and drain. Do not rinse. Put in a large pasta bowl and immediately toss with the tomato mixture. The heat of the spaghetti will soften the cheese. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve immediately.