INGREDIENTS

1 pound dried pasta of choice
6 cups chopped organic tomatoes
1/4 cup organic extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 cup fresh basil leaves, stacked and julienned
Salt and freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
1/3 cup walnuts or pine nuts

1. Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente.

2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, basil, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine.

3. Toast the walnuts or pine nuts in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring, until fragrant. Set aside.

4. Drain pasta and pour on top of tomato mixture, stirring to mix. Add nuts and stir again. Serve immediately.

Serves 4.