This combination of ingredients has a delicious flavor profile, which explains why you can find Caprese versions of many foods like pizza, sandwiches and pasta. This recipe for pasta with fresh tomato sauce and mozzarella is my last hurrah to summer tomatoes. I've been experimenting the last couple of weeks trying to find the perfect way to use fresh tomatoes in a pasta dish and finally found the easiest, tastiest way to use up all those summer tomatoes.

Ingredients of Fresh Tomato and Mozzarella Pasta

  1. You need 2 pints of cherry or grape tomatoes.
  2. You need 4 oz. of fresh mozzarella.
  3. You need 1 clove of garlic.
  4. Prepare 12 leaves of fresh basil.
  5. Prepare 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil.
  6. You need 1/4 tsp. of crushed red pepper.
  7. Prepare 3/4 tsp. of salt.
  8. You need 1/4 tsp. of black pepper.
  9. You need 1 lb. of pasta.

Fresh Tomato and Mozzarella Pasta instructions

  1. Using a paring or chef’s knife, cut the tomatoes into quarters and place into a large bowl. Cut the mozzarella into small cubes and add to the bowl..
  2. Peel the garlic and thinly slice or chop; add to the bowl. Wash the basil, pat dry with a paper towel, then tear and add to the bowl along with the oil, red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well. Let marinate at room temperature for 30 min..
  3. Fill a large pot with water 2 inches from the top. Place on the stove, turn heat to high, and let come to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions. Drain the pasta into a colander and immediately add it to the tomato mixture. Stir well and serve..

Delia's Pasta with Tomato and Mozzarella recipe. Once you have made your fresh tomato sauce - a stage that can be done a day or two ahead - then this is a delightfully easy dish to make for lunch or supper. A green salad is a good partner, though if you are pursuing the low-fat option remember to go easy on the salad dressing. Fresh tomatoes and spinach, fresh herbs, and fresh mozzarella combine with shrimp and fettuccine for an easy summer dinner. Tomato and Mozzarella Pesto Pasta Salad — Tender pasta, cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella are coated in Parmesan cheese and DELICIOUS pesto sauce!!

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