Linguine with Tomatoes and Basil (Borrowed from The Silver Palate Cookbook)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs. fresh ripe tomatoes cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- 1 lb. Brie cheese, rind removed, torn into pieces
- 1 cup cleaned fresh basil leaves cut into strips
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. fresh ground black pepper
- 1 lb. linguine
Preparation
- In a large bowl combine tomatoes, Brie, basil, garlic. olive oil, 2 tsp. salt and pepper. Cover and set aside at room temperature for at least 2 hours.
- Bring large pot of water to boil, add teaspoon of salt and cook until al dente.
- Drain pasta and immediately add to tomato basil sauce.
- Mix thoroughly and enjoy.