Ingredients

5 tomatoes, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt
Grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound spaghetti or spaghettini

Directions

Combine tomatoes, garlic, basil and olive oil, and salt to taste, in a medium bowl. Cover and let stand at room temperature at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Cook pasta in plenty of boiling water until al dente. Drain. Pour sauce over hot pasta and add Parmesan cheese to taste. Serves 4 to 6.