Roasted-Tomato Pasta with Basil Recipe

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Ingredients

Coarse salt and ground pepper
12 12 12 ounces medium pasta shells
1/4 1/4 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 3 3 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
2 2 2 cups Whole Roasted Tomatoes (see below)
grated Parmesan and torn fresh basil leaves, for serving
Whole Roasted Tomatoes
10 10 cups
When you spot a good deal on plum tomatoes, buy a bunch. Roasting preserves them for later use and maximizes their sweetness. Our recipe makes enough for all the tomato dishes that follow.
to 2 2-, 3- 4-cup to 3 2 days, or freeze in 2-, 3- or 4-cup portions, up to 3 months.

Preparation

Step 1

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain pasta and return to pot.

2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Toss with pasta. Serve topped with Parmesan and basil.