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Balsamic Tomato-Basil Pasta
1 lb any type pasta, your preference
1 bunch fresh basil
4 garden fresh tomatoes, diced
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 cup good balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 teaspoon oregano

2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes
1 ½ cups fresh basil leaves

Whisk the vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream, to make a smooth dressing.

Bring large pot of water to a boil and add salt, when it returns to the boil, add 5 ears of corn and cook 3 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside to cool. Shear off the corn kernels with a sharp knife over a bowl. Toss in the tomatoes, scallions, and mozzarella. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. Cover and let set for 15 minutes or up to 2 hours. Before serving tear the basil over the salad and stir.

Prep the tomatoes, garlic, etc-- before boiling the pasta.
Boil pasta while making the rest of the dish.
Saute garlic in olive oil.
Add tomatoes and cover, simmering for 7-10
minutes with the balsamic vinegar and seasonings until tomatoes fall apart.
Cut basil leaves and toss all ingredients together, including Parmesan cheese.
Serve additional Parmesan on the side, if desired.

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