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 pound Fresh ripe tomatoes
1/3 cup Italian olive oil
1/2 cup Chopped onion
30 milliliter Garlic
2 tablespoon Chopped fresh basil
Salt & pepper to taste
1 1/4 pound Spaghetti
3/4 cup 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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