Monday, April 12, 2010

Tomato Basil Pasta Salad

3 large ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/3 teaspoon each salt and pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
12 oz. fusilli pasta or your favorite pasta
1 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips

Put tomatoes, onion, oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, pepper and oregano in large bowl; toss.  Let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes or until tomatoes release their juices, tossing occasionally.  Cook pasta in large pot of lightly salted boiling water as package directs.  Drain and add to bowl with tomatoes.  Lightly toss.  Let come to room temperature.  Add basil; toss.  Serve or refrigerate up to 1 day.  Serve 8.

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