Heirloom Tomato Herb Pasta Salad |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Spontaneity is the key to this pasta salad; it's not something you can make ahead and chill. The main ingredients can be harvested from a backyard plot or balcony pot, or simply be a reward for your produce-shopping prowess at the farmers market. Ingredients:
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil |
1/3 cup crème fraîche |
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar |
1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar (optional) |
2 pounds mixed heirloom tomatoes |
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot (from 1 medium) |
1 pound fusilli or other short spiral pasta |
3/4 cup chopped mixed herbs such as basil, parsley, thyme, oregano, and tarragon |
Directions:
1. Whisk together oil, crème fraîche, vinegar, sugar (if using), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Coarsely chop tomatoes and toss with shallot and dressing. Marinate until ready to use, at least 10 minutes.
2. While tomatoes stand, cook fusilli in a pasta pot of well-salted boiling water until al dente. Drain in a colander and immediately add to tomato mixture, tossing to combine. Cool to warm or room temperature (do not chill), tossing occasionally, then stir in herbs.
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