Recipe: Fresh Tomato-Basil Pasta Toss

Fresh Tomato-basil Pasta Toss

1 tablespoon Mazola right blend (vegetable oil)
3 cloves garlic -- minced
1 1/2 pounds plum tomatoes -- coarsely chopped
2 cups loosely packed fresh basil -- chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper -- optional
8 ounces linguine -- cooked and drained
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
freshly ground pepper -- to taste

In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes and bring to a boil.

Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the sauce thickens slightly.

Stir in the basil, vinegar, salt, and crushed red pepper. Spoon over the linguine. Sprinkle with the cheese and pepper. Serve.

Servings: 4
Source: The Best of Food Digest