Angel Hair Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce

Name: Angel Hair Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 16 oz angel hair pasta; 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more if needed; 2 tsp garlic, minced; 1/2 cup green onion, chopped; 8 large Roma tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and diced; 2 tsp dried basil (or 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped); 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper; Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

9 ingredients•7 steps•6 servings

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Ingredients

- 16 oz angel hair pasta
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more if needed
- 2 tsp garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup green onion, chopped
- 8 large Roma tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 2 tsp dried basil (or 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
When pasta is almost done, heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
3
Sauté garlic for 1 minute.
4
Remove from heat.
5
Add green onion, tomatoes, basil, salt, and cooked pasta to the pan.
6
Toss until mixed well, adding more olive oil if pasta is still dry.
7
Serve immediately, topped with black pepper and Parmesan cheese if desired.

💡 Cook's Notes

Substitute 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil for dried basil for a brighter, fresher flavor.

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