Pasta with Heirloom Tomatoes & Parsley Breadcrumbs

Refreshing pasta recipe featuring tasty heirloom tomatoes.

Ingredients

  • 2-3 lb pounds tomatoes (preferably heirloom), cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated garlic (from about 2 cloves)
  • Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 2 1/2 cups coarse fresh breadcrumbs (from about 1/2 baguette)
  • 3/4 cup packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
  • 1 pound penne or other pasta
  • 2 to 3 ounces ricotta salata or Parmesan cheese, shaved, for serving

Directions

Combine tomatoes, ¼ cup oil, garlic, and 2 teaspoons salt in a large bowl, and then season with pepper. Let stand at room temperature until tomatoes exude juices, at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours.  Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Toss breadcrumbs and parsley with remaining 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Spread mixture in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and toast, stirring halfway through, until parsley is crisp and breadcrumbs are toasted, about 8 minutes.  Meanwhile, bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente; drain. Stir pasta into tomato mixture, and season with salt and pepper. Top with breadcrumbs, cheese, and a drizzle of oil.

Source:

Martha Stewart