Fresh Tomato Pasta My Favourite Summer Pasta Food

SUMMER GARDEN PASTA

Steps:

• Combine the cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, basil leaves, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, and the pepper in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, and set aside at room temperature for about 4 hours.
• Just before you're ready to serve, bring a large pot of water with a splash of olive oil and 2 tablespoons salt to a boil and add the pasta. Cook al dente according to the directions on the package (be careful - it only takes 2 to 3 minutes!). Drain the pasta well and add to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes. Add the cheese and some extra fresh basil leaves and toss well. Serve in big bowls with extra cheese on each serving.

FRESH TOMATO PASTA (MY FAVOURITE SUMMER PASTA)

Steps:

• To a large bowl, add the tomatoes, herbs, garlic, salt and pepper. Gently toss to combine. Let rest for 10 to 20 minutes at room temperature which will allow the flavours to marinate.
• Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package direction. When ready, drain and then return the pasta to the empty pot. Add all of the fresh tomato mixture and toss to combine. Serve hot.

PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE

Steps:

• Finely chop tomatoes, basil, parsley, and garlic, and mix together with oil (or pulse ingredients, including oil, in a food processor to blend).
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain pasta, and toss it in a serving bowl with the raw sauce. Transfer to 6 shallow bowls, and drizzle with oil. Serve with cheese.