Tomato Basil Pasta Salad

• 1 lb rotini pasta
• 2 lbs plum tomatoes or 2 lbs roma tomatoes, diced
• 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped, to taste
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (fresh is best)

Mix together the tomatoes, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil, and basil. Refrigerate 2 hours.

Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions, and rinse under cold water, drain.

Mix pasta with tomato mixture until well-combined.

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.