| Tomato and Basil Fettuccini recipe
1/4 cup chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 cup olive oil 3 1/2 cups (28 ounce can) peeled tomatoes with liquid 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped, or 1 tablespoon dry basil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 12 ounces fettuccine, uncooked Parmesan cheese (optional)
Sauté onion and garlic in oil in medium skillet until onion is tender, but not brown. Chop tomatoes into small pieces; reserve liquid. Add tomatoes, tomato liquid, basil, salt and pepper; bring to boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cook fettuccini according to package directions; drain well. Immediately toss hot fettuccini with tomato basil sauce in large serving dish. Garnish with Parmesan cheese, if desired.
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