Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
  • 1 lb. linguine
  • 6 Tbsp. (3/4 stick) unsalted butter
  • 2 Tbsp. minced fresh basil or 2 tsp. dried, crumbled
  • 3/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 1/2 oz.)
  • additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Method

  • Bring tomatoes and garlic to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until reduced to 1 1/4 cups, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  • Season tomato sauce to taste with salt.
  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Drain well.