Tomato Basil Mozzarella Pasta
Lunch · Italian
Al dente penne tossed with sweet tomatoes, torn mozzarella, and fragrant basil in a simple olive oil sauce, Italian comfort that sings with freshness.
Recipe code R277FP · enter it in Anychef
Ingredients
- 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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Save this recipeInstructions
- Step 1 of 7
Cook penne according to package directions, drain and reserve 1 cup pasta water.
- Step 2 of 7
Chop tomatoes into chunks. Tear mozzarella into pieces.
- Step 3 of 7
Mince garlic and heat olive oil in large pan over medium heat.
- Step 4 of 7
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 5 of 7
Add tomatoes and simmer for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Step 6 of 7
Toss cooked pasta with tomato sauce. Add pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Step 7 of 7
Remove from heat, tear basil into sauce, add mozzarella, and toss gently. Season with salt and pepper.
