Caprese Pasta
A quick and flavorful pasta dish that combines fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and basil, ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta (rigatoni, rotini, or your favorite type)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced or sliced)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 pounds fresh tomatoes on the vine (chopped)
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella (torn into bite-sized pieces)
- A handful of fresh basil (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and chopped tomatoes, cooking for about 10 minutes until tomatoes soften and break down.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet and mix well to coat with the tomato mixture. Sprinkle torn mozzarella over the top.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and let sit for 2 minutes to allow the mozzarella to melt.
- Sprinkle chopped basil over the pasta just before serving.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat.