A delicious way to top leftover pasta! By Laura Prep: 10 mins Cook: 5 mins Total: 15 mins Servings: 2 Ingredients olive oil, divided, or as needed 1 large tomato, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices 1 sprig fresh rosemary, leaves stripped and finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced salt and ground black pepper to taste Directions…
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