Spaghetti With Fresh Tomato and Basil Sauce

• (450 g) package spaghetti↗1 g
• cup butter↗1⁄4 cup
• garlic cloves, minced↗3
• cups tomatoes, chopped↗4 cups
• cup fresh basil leaf, chopped↗1⁄4 cup
• tablespoons balsamic vinegar↗2 tablespoons
• cup parmesan cheese, grated↗1⁄4 cup
• hot pepper flakes (optional)↗
• salt and pepper

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cook pasta according to directions.

2. 2

   Melt butter over medium high heat until foamy.

3. 3

   Add garlic and cook and stir for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in tomatoes and bring mixture to a boil.

5. 5

   Reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and stir in basil (I use anywhere from 1/4-1/2 cup of basil) and vinegar.

7. 7

   Add salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Drain pasta and return to pot. Pour tomato mixture mixture over pasta; toss to combine. Sprinkle with parmesan and hot pepper flakes, if desired.

9. 9

   Enjoy.