Sunday, September 24, 2017

MY FAVORITE CAPRESE PASTA


This pasta dish is simple and fast to prepare and so Delicious....You can serve it warm or at room temperature, which makes it great for entertaining.

MY FAVORITE CAPRESE PASTA:

1 pound cavatappi pasta cooked al dente
1 1/2 pounds good delicious fresh tomatoes, cored, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup pitted black olives, chopped
2 tablespoons capers
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
pinch of black pepper
pinch of oregano
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 cup fresh basil, torn by hand

Cook pasta according to directions, al dente...about 8-9 mins., drain

In a large mixing bowl, stir together the tomatoes, olive oil, olives,
capers, balsamic vinegar, and small pinch of pepper and oregano.

Add pasta to the bowl, stir gently to combine the fresh mozzarella and basil.

Place in a nice serving bowl and serve warm or at room temperature.

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