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    Fettuccine with Heirloom Tomatoes

    By | Shine Food – Mon, Jul 16, 2012 6:21 PM EDT

    RECIPE: Fettuccine with Heirloom Tomatoes
    The flavor of heirloom tomatoes takes center-stage in this divinely simple, summertime dish. Use good quality store-bought pasta for a quick weeknight meal, or take the dish to the next level with our step-by-step guide to making foolproof fettuccine from scratch.

    SERVES 6-8

    INGREDIENTS
    6 cups roughly chopped heirloom tomatoes
    1 cup halved heirloom cherry tomatoes
    ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
    15 basil leaves, thinly sliced
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
    1 package fettuccine
    Thinly shaved parmesan, for serving

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    INSTRUCTIONS
    1. Make the sauce: Combine tomatoes, oil, basil, garlic, and salt and pepper in a bowl; cover and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to meld flavors.

    2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat, and add pasta; cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain pasta and add to bowl of sauce; toss to combine. Divide among serving bowls and garnish with parmesan.

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