INGREDIENTS
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12 oz. linguine pasta
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2 T. extra-virgin olive oil
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1 large shallot, minced (1/3-1/2 c.)
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1 garlic clove, minced
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pinch of red pepper flakes
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14.5 oz, can diced tomatoes, undrained, pulsed in a food processor until mostly smooth (about 5 1-second pulses)
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1 1/2 c. half & half
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1/2 t. salt
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1/2 t. sugar
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1/2 - 3/4 c. Gorgonzola cheese (lesser amount for a less assertive flavor)
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1/2 c, chopped fresh basil
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freshly ground black pepper to taste