It may not be burgers on the grill, corn on the cob, or even a margarita on the rocks, but doesn’t this just look like Summer?! During this time of year I am craving tomatoes and basil for every meal. Last night, I tossed homemade pesto with angel hair pasta and heirloom tomatoes cut into large wedges. It is the only way to go on a hot summer day when firing up the grill seems unbearable.
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The key to success with a fresh dinner like this is : Keep it simple. The only addition I would add to this would be hunks of fresh mozzarella. If I was doing this for a dinner party, I might serve it with a skewer of grilled shrimp or scallops. Fresh Heirloom Tomatoes with Pesto in Angel Hair Pasta serves 4 3 large heirloom tomatoes 1 pound of pasta 1 cup of pesto sauce (homemade is so easy – and much better than store bought) parmesan cheese fresh basil leaves Cook pasta 2 minutes short of the directions on the box (or until al dente). Drain the pasta and place it into a large bowl. Pour pesto over the pasta and toss. Add heirloom tomatoes and parmesan cheese. Toss gently. Serve with fresh basil and parmesan on top.
