GARLIC PASTA 

1Tblsp olive oil 
8 cloves garlic, pressed 
5 medium tomatoes (6 ounces each), cored, chopped 
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1Tblsp dried basil or 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 
1 lb angel-hair pasta or linguine, cooked according to package 
Grated Parmesan or Romano cheese for serving, optional 

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 2 minutes, taking care not to let it brown. Add tomatoes, salt, pepper and (if using dried) the basil. Cover and cook over medium heat 10 minutes. Stir occasionally. 
Remove cover and continue to cook until tomatoes have thickened slightly, 3 to 5 minutes. Add fresh basil, if using. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve over pasta with cheese sprinkled on top. Yield: 6 servings