Easy recipe!

CO really likes pasta. I found this recipe while living in Australia and actually made it in New Zealand a few times too while on vacation. It's very simple and doesn't use anything too hard to find.

Buttered Linguine with Romano, Tomatoes, and Basil - from Confessions of a Foodie Bride

1/2 lb Linguine
2 Tbsp butter, melted
1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper
2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 Tbsp basil, chopped/chiffonade
3/4 cup Pecorino Romano, finely grated (sometimes when in a bind I use Parmesan)
Salt, to taste

Cook pasta 6-8 minutes, or until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.

Toss hot pasta in a large bowl with butter, pepper, tomatoes, basil, and cheese. Add 1/4 cup pasta water and toss to moisten. Add additional water if necessary. Salt to taste and serve immediately.

Yields: 3 servings (entree)
Source: Heavily revised from Everyday Pasta, 2007