Fusilli With Basil, Feta and Plum Tomatoes
Ready In: 5 hrs 12 mins
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 8 -10 plum tomatoes, peeled, seeds removed, chopped
- 1⁄2 cup fresh basil, cut in a chiffonade
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 -8 ounces feta cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes (or goat cheese)
- 1 lb fusilli
Directions
- To peel and seed tomatoes: Submerge in boiling water 1 minute; rinse in cold water. Slip off skins. Halve tomatoes, squeeze out and discard seeds. Chop coarsely.
- 1. Combine tomatoes, basil, scallions, garlic and 1 tablespoon oil. Cover; let stand at room temperature for 4 to 5 hours, or refrigerate overnight. (Return to room temperature before continuing.).
- 2. Cook pasta according to package directions. While waiting for pasta to cook, add cheese to tomato mixture in a large serving bowl.
- 3. Drain pasta well, then add to bowl, drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons oil, toss well. Serve hot or at room temperature. Makes 6 servings.
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