Green Fettuccine With Yellow Tomatoes and Basil

Name: Green Fettuccine With Yellow Tomatoes and Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 large yellow tomatoes; 1/4 pound oil-cured black olives; 2 cloves garlic, minced (green part removed); 2 shallots finely chopped; 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 tablespoons green basil leaves, snipped with scissors; 4 tablespoons parsley, chopped; About 1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 pound fettuccine (green if possible); Small purple basil leaves to garnish; Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

5 large yellow tomatoes
1/4 pound oil-cured black olives
2 cloves garlic, minced (green part removed)
2 shallots finely chopped
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 tablespoons green basil leaves, snipped with scissors
4 tablespoons parsley, chopped
About 1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 pound fettuccine (green if possible)
Small purple basil leaves to garnish
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1
Place tomatoes in a bowl and cover with boiling water.
2
Let stand for a couple of minutes, then slip off their skins.
3
Seed and chop the tomatoes.
4
Pit and slice the olives.
5
In a heavy skillet, soften the garlic and the shallots in the olive oil.
6
Add the tomatoes, basil, parsley and hot red pepper.
7
Season with salt and pepper and simmer for 10 minutes.
8
Meanwhile, bring six quarts salted water to boil for the pasta.
9
When the pasta is ready, drain and place it in a heated serving dish.
10
Add the sauce, toss thoroughly, and garnish with the olives and sprigs of basil.
11
Serve the cheese separately.

417

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 large yellow tomatoes, 1/4 pound oil-cured black olives, 2 cloves garlic, minced (green part removed), 2 shallots finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Green Fettuccine With Yellow Tomatoes and Basil falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Green Fettuccine With Yellow Tomatoes and Basil

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