SAUCE - SUMMER TOMATO

By akselden

Ingredients

• 6 ripe plum tomatoes, cut into 1/4 inch dice
• 1/2 C. coarsely chopped pitted black olives
• 3 scallions (2 inches of green left on), cut in thin diagonal slices
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced
• Salt to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 8 whole fresh basil leaves, slivered
• 1/4 C. olive oil
• 1/2 lb. shaped pasta (penne, ziti), cooked al dente

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, olives, scallions, garlic salt, pepper, and slivered basil. Gently toss in the olive oil. Let rest, covered, for at least 2 hours for flavors to develop.

2. To serve, toss the cooked pasta into the prepared sauce and serve at room temperature.