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Fresh basil adds zest to everything - especially tomatoes. I have several basil plants flourishing in the garden that I have been cutting from all summer.  I found this simple recipe in the local newspaper and thought I'd give it a try. 

After you've had your fill of BLT's and eaten your weight in corn chips and homemade salsa, try this no cook recipe that makes ripe tomatoes taste fantastic. 

No-Cook Tomato Sauce


6 large fresh tomatoes
2 garlic cloves, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
l/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Coarsely ground black pepper

Chop tomatoes and place in a bowl.  Add garlic, olive oil, basil, salt and pepper Toss gently. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand at room temperature 1 to 2 hours. The tomatoes get juicier and juicier when they sit.  Toss with pasta, spoon over chicken or ground beef, or simply eat with a spoon.
Serves 6