Tomato and Garlic Spaghetti

1. 1

   Place tomatoes in a kettle, and cover with cold water.

2. 2

   Bring just to the boil, pour off water, and cover again with cold water.

3. 3

   Peel tomatoes and cut into small pieces.

4. 4

   Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.

5. 5

   While the pasta is cooking, in a large saucepan over medium heat, saute the garlic in olive oil, ensuring that the garlic does not brown.

6. 6

   Stir in the tomato paste, and immediately stir in the tomatoes, salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Reduce heat, and simmer until the pasta is ready; add the basil.

8. 8

   Drain spaghetti, but do not rinse in cold water.

9. 9

   Mix it into the sauce, reduce the heat as low as possible.

10. 10

    Keep warm, uncovered, for about 10 minutes until it is ready to serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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