Ingredients:
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 lb plum tomatoes, chopped
1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
1 (16 ounce) packages wagon wheel macaroni or 1 (16 ounce) packages pasta, of your choice
Directions:
In a large bowl, combine oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, salt, red pepper and black pepper; add tomatoes and mozzarella and toss until well coated; let mixture marinate at room temperature at least 30 minutes.
Cook pasta per package directions; drain; place in a large bowl and add the tomato mixture; toss until well combined, allowing the cheese to melt slightly.
Serve warm.
Servings: 4-6
Time preparation: 40 min.
Time total: 50 min.