Linguine with Fresh Tomato Sauce and Parmesan

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it.

2. 2

   Melt the butter in a medium to large skillet over medium heat.

3. 3

   When the foam subsides, add the tomatoes.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, cook the pasta until it is tender but firm.

5. 5

   Season the sauce with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break up, about 10 minutes; as the sauce dries add, add some pasta cooking water, a tablespoon or so at a time, to keep it moist.

6. 6

   Finish cooking the pasta in the sauce, adding a little more pasta cooking water if necessary.

7. 7

   (An Italian grandmother I know recommended this method to me 10 years ago, but I'm slow to catch on).

8. 8

   Serve with Parmesan.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.