Spaghetti Al Pomodoro E Basilico

* Exported from MasterCook *

SPAGHETTI AL POMODORO E BASILICO

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Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Italian Pasta

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 1/2 lb Fresh ripe tomatoes
1/3 c Italian olive oil
1/2 c Chopped onion
3 cl Garlic
2 tb Chopped fresh basil
Salt & pepper to taste
1 1/4 lb Spaghetti
3/4 c Parmesan cheese
20 Basil leaves

Wash, peel & chop tomatoes, discarding seeds. Heat
oil in a moderately deep pan, add onion & garlic and
saute until onion is limp. Discard garlic and add
tomatoes, chopped basil and salt & pepper. Simmer for
about 20 minutes over moderate heat. While sauce is
simmering, bring a large pot of water to boil. Add
salt to taste and add spaghetti. Boil until spaghetti
is "al dente," aprox 8 to 10 minutes. Drain spaghetti,
toss with the sauce and the grated cheese.

Garnish each plate with some of the basil leaves.
Serve at once.



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