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Spaghetti with Marinated Tomatoes and Basil (Sara Moulton) Recipe

Spaghetti with Marinated Tomatoes and Basil (Sara Moulton) Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 lb tomatoes ( preferably a combination of red and yellow heirloom
1 clove garlic, crushed and finely chopped
1 small bunch basil, leaves washed and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp capers , preferably salted italian, well soaked and rinsed
3/4 lb spaghetti
salt
pinch crushed red pepper flakes , optional
grated parmigiano, for garnish

Directions:

Cut the cherry tomatoes in 1/2; remove the cores of the large tomatoes and cut into pieces about 1/2-inch square. Put the tomatoes in a glass, ceramic or stainless mixing bowl.
Add salt, about 1/2 teaspoon, to taste and toss. Add the garlic, 1/2 of the basil, the capers, and red pepper flakes if using; add the olive oil and toss. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add salt to the water and cook the pasta until al dente. Strain the pasta and add to the mixing bowl with the tomatoes. Add the remaining basil, some Parmigiano and toss.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	598.98 Kcal (2508 kJ)
Calories from fat	281.75 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	31.31g	48%
Sodium	71.03mg	3%
Potassium	462.98mg	10%
Total Carbs	68.67g	23%
Sugars	5.96g	24%
Dietary Fiber	3.77g	15%
Protein	12.28g	25%
Vitamin C	16.3mg	27%
Iron	2.6mg	15%
Calcium	31.6mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	259.22 Kcal (1085 kJ)
Calories from fat	121.93 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	13.55g	48%
Sodium	30.74mg	3%
Potassium	200.37mg	10%
Total Carbs	29.72g	23%
Sugars	2.58g	24%
Dietary Fiber	1.63g	15%
Protein	5.31g	25%
Vitamin C	7.1mg	27%
Iron	1.1mg	15%
Calcium	13.7mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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