Tomato, Basil and Mozzarella Penne
Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
35 Minutes
Yield
Serves 6
Description
Most ingredients are available in Antonio’s Market!
Ingredients
1 lb Penne Pasta, Cooked
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
4 ea Garlic Cloves, Crushed
1 lb Cherry Tomatoes, Cut in Half
10 ea Basil Leaves, Chiffonade
1/2 lb Bocconcini (Bite-Sized Mozzarella Balls)
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, To Taste
Salt and Pepper, To Taste
Method of Preparation
1. Mix tomatoes, oil, salt, crushed red pepper and garlic in a large bowl. Let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
2. Remove garlic from tomatoes.
3. Add basil and hot pasta, toss well.
4. Adjust seasoning and fold in cheese.
Recipe Source
Adapted from Lidia’s Italian-American Kitchen by Lidia Matticchio Bastianich