PASTA WITH TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA

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Toss the classic combination of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil with pasta shells for a dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Provided by Sue Li

Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Mozzarella     Summer     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 garlic clove, halved
2 pounds tomatoes, chopped
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut or torn into 1/2" pieces
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 pound medium shell-shaped or other short pasta

Steps:

  • Rub the inside of a medium bowl with garlic; discard garlic. Combine tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and oil in bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Let tomato mixture sit 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain. Add pasta to tomato mixture and toss to combine.
  • DO AHEAD: Tomato mixture can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Bring mixture to room temperature before tossing with hot pasta.

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