Serves: 5
Total Calories: 1,088

4 large ripe tomatoes (1 pound) cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pound brie cheese, rind removed, torn into irregular pieces
1 cup cleaned fresh basil leaves, cut into strips
3 garlic cloves, peeled and finely minced
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon best quality olive oil
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds linquini noodles
freshly grated imported Parmesan cheese (optional)

Combine tomatoes, Brie, basil, garlic, 1 cup olive oil, 1?2 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a large serving bowl. Prepare at least 2 hours before serving and set aside, covered, at room temperature.

Bring 6 quarts water to boil in large pot. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and remaining salt. Add the linguine and boil until tender, but still firm, 8–10 minutes. Drain pasta and immediately toss with tomato sauce. Serve at once, passing the pepper mill and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 5
Total Calories: 1,088
Calories from Fat: 640

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