Make the sauce at least 1 hour before serving

1. Use a serrated knife to cut the rind off of the brie. Then, tear it into 1-inch pieces.
2. Core the tomatoes and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
3. Peel, crush, and mince the garlic.
4. Cut the basil into thin strips.
5. Add the brie, tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Stir it together, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour.

About 20 minutes before serving time

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguini according to package directions. 
2. Give the sauce a good stir while the pasta is cooking. The brie will be partially melted into the sauce.
3. Drain the cooked linguine and toss it with the raw tomato sauce.
4. Transfer to bowls for serving and spoon some tomato sauce on top.
5. Top with a generous sprinkling of parmesan cheese and serve immediately. 
6. Salt & pepper to taste.