California Tomato Pasta

== Ingredients==
* 3 large very ripe California avocados, pitted and scooped from peel.
* 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice.
* ¾ cup finely chopped red onion
* 3 cups peeled, seeded, drained, and chopped ripe tomato
* 2 cups chopped fresh basil
* salt
* freshly ground black pepper
* 1 pound linguine or other dried pasta
* fresh basil sprigs for garnish
* Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano, for passing.
== Directions ==
# In a large pot, bring 4 quarts water to a boil over high heat.
# Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, mash the avocado.
# Stir in the lime or lemon juice, onion, tomato, chopped basil, and salt and pepper to taste.
# Set aside.
# When the water boils, stir in 1 tablespoon salt, add the pasta, and cook until tender but still firm to the bite.
# Drain and transfer to a preheated bowl.
# Quickly stir in the reserved avocado mixture.
# Garnish with basil sprigs and serve immediately.
# Pass the cheese at the table.
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