Capellini with Tomatoes and Basil

This is a really simple and quick dish that is great for weeknights.

A quick tip for julienning basil: Stack the basil leaves on top of each other then roll them up like you would roll up a cigar. Slice the basil "cigar" from one end to the other, and when it is unfurled, you will have nicely julienned basil!

Ingredients
1 pound dried capellini or angel hair pasta
½ cup good extra-virgin olive oil
4-5 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
18 large basil leaves, julienned
1½ cups freshly shaved Parmesan cheese
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions
1. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, tomatoes, basil, salt and pepper, and stir until blended. Set aside.
2. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta, add it to the tomato sauce and toss to mix. Taste and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper. Divide the pasta among individual bowls, top with parmesan and serve immediately. 

Makes 6 servings