Rustic Italian Tomato and Basil Pasta with Aged Parmesan

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 3 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pounds ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 1 cup aged Parmesan cheese, grated
• to taste salt and pepper

Method

1. 01
   On a clean surface, form a mound with the flour and create a well in the center. Add the eggs and salt into the well.
2. 02
   Using a fork, slowly incorporate the flour into the eggs until a dough begins to form. Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes.
3. 03
   Roll out the dough to your desired thickness and cut into your preferred pasta shape. Set aside.
4. 04
   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. 05
   Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet. Stir occasionally and let simmer for 15 minutes until the tomatoes have broken down into a sauce.
6. 06
   Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Add the torn basil leaves and stir well.
7. 07
   In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the fresh pasta for 2-3 minutes until al dente. Drain the pasta.
8. 08
   Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the tomato sauce and toss to combine. Let the pasta absorb the sauce for 2 minutes.
9. 09
   Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated aged Parmesan cheese.