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Ina Garten Summer Garden Pasta with marinated cherry tomatoes fresh basil julienned olive oil and Parmesan cheese on angel hair pasta

Ina Garten's Summer Garden Pasta

A no-cook fresh tomato pasta sauce with garlic, basil, and olive oil. Simple, light, and full of summer flavor with minimal prep and no stove time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup good olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly torn
  • 1 lb angel hair pasta or thin spaghetti
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Large Pot
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Combine tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and seasonings in a large bowl.
  2. Cover and let the mixture marinate for at least 4 hours.
  3. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente.
  4. Drain pasta and immediately toss into the tomato mixture.
  5. Add basil and parmesan, toss well, and serve right away.

Notes

  • Use the best olive oil you have for the most flavor.
  • Do not skip the marinating time.
  • Toss pasta into sauce while hot.
  • Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
  • Store leftovers up to 2 days and bring to room temperature before eating.