All tied up
Bowtie Caprese
* Adpated from prouditaliancook.blogspot.com
Ingredients:
1 box of cooked bowtie pasta (I often use Rigatoni as well)
3/4 c. of extra virgin olive oil
1 c. of grape tomatoes, chopped
1/4 c. of fresh diced basil
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. of salt
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
1/2 Lb. mozzarella cheese
Directions:
1. In a large bowl combine oil, garlic, basil, salt, red pepper, black pepper and tomatoes. Let the mixture marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
2. Cook the pasta per package directions, drain and then place in bowl with tomato mixture. Toss until well coated. Then add cheese. Toss again until cheese is melted and all ingredients are well combined.
3. Best served warm.
