Pasta w/Fresh Tomatoes and Basilp

Pasta with Fresh Tomato and Basil Sauce


INGREDIENTS:

2-1/2 pounds ripe tomatoes at room temperature
1-1/2 cups loosely packed fresh basil at room temperature
1/3 cup fine quality imported olive oil
3 garlic cloves
2 Tablespoons fresh parsley
salt and pepper, to taste
1 pound linguine, or imported fettuccine noodles

TO PREPARE:

Process all ingredients except pasta in a food processor. Set this sauce aside. Cook pasta, boiling approximately seven minutes, until al dente. Drain. Place in a large bowl and pour sauce over it. Toss and serve immediately. No cheese is needed.

NOTE: The success of this dish depends on the ingredients
being of fine quality and at room temperature.

SERVINGS: 6 - 8