Tomato Basil Mozzarella Pasta

Tomato Basil Mozzarella Pasta 🍝

Al dente penne tossed with sweet tomatoes, torn mozzarella, and fragrant basil in a simple olive oil sauce, Italian comfort that sings with freshness.

20 min · Beginner · 360 cal · 14g protein · $1.80/serving · Italian

20minutes
4servings
360calories
14gprotein
$1.80per serving

Ingredients (serves 4)

  • 1 lb penne pasta
  • 1.5 lbs tomatoes
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella
  • 1 cup fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • Salt
  • Black pepper

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook penne according to package directions, drain and reserve 1 cup pasta water.

  2. 2

    Chop tomatoes into chunks. Tear mozzarella into pieces.

  3. 3

    Mince garlic and heat olive oil in large pan over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  5. 5

    Add tomatoes and simmer for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    Toss cooked pasta with tomato sauce. Add pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.

  7. 7

    Remove from heat, tear basil into sauce, add mozzarella, and toss gently. Season with salt and pepper.

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