Better Than Olive Garden Pasta Pomodoro

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I have always loved olive garden's pomodoro. This is what i came up with when i experimented at home. This does not heat up your kitchen and is a light supper dish for those hot summer evenings. If you like spice, add some crushed red pepper flakes to taste. Just don't use anything but the freshest ingredients--you'll end up with something that tastes pasty/chemical/bitter/etc.

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Steps

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Heat olive oil over high heat and add garlic.

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Saute for 30 seconds.

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Add tomatoes , salt , and pepper.

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Saute for another 30 seconds , stirring constantly.

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Remove from heat.

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Add cooked pasta and chopped basil.

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Toss gently.

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Turn into serving bowl / dish , add 1 / 2 grated cheese , and toss again.

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Serve immediately and pass the last 2 oz.

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Of grated parmesan.

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Ingredients

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garlic cloves, tomatoes, fresh basil leaf, extra virgin olive oil, parmesan cheese, pasta, fresh ground pepper, salt