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Old 06-14-2017, 10:34 AM
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Jo M
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Here's one to add to your list. It tastes super fresh! I cut this recipe in half for the 2 of us. I got this from joannweir.com years ago.

FETTUCCINE WITH TOMATOES, BASIL & BREAD CRUMBS
1 cup very coarse fresh bread crumbs*
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 cups yellow cherry tomatoes, halved (cut up large tomatoes works well too)
2 cups red cherry tomatoes, halved
12 ounces dried fettuccine
1/2 cup basil leaves, cut into thin strips

Preheat the oven to 375°F
* (Choose a coarse textured county-style or artisan loaf for the breadcrumbs. Tear off large chunks and pulse them briefly in a food processor to make coarse crumbs.) Place the bread crumbs on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and toss the crumbs to distribute the oil evenly. Season the bread crumbs with salt and pepper. Bake in the middle of the oven, tossing occasionally, until they turn golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
In a bowl, whisk together the remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil and the balsamic vinegar. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the tomatoes and stir together. Set aside.
Fill a large pot three-fourths full of salted water and bring to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 10 to 12 minutes or according to the directions on the package.
Drain the pasta and toss with the tomatoes and vinaigrette. Place in a serving bowl and garnish with basil and bread crumbs. Serve immediately.
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