Best Capri Style Spaghetti Recipes

Caprese-Style Spaghetti (Spaghetti Alla Caprese) image

Provided by Pineapple

Categories Spaghetti

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) box barilla spaghetti
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed (optional)
6 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
2 -3 teaspoons fresh oregano, chopped

Steps:

BRING a large pot of water to a boil.
HEAT oil in skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; stir for 1 to 2 minutes. ADD tomatoes and seasoning; reduce heat to low. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
COOK pasta according to package directions; drain and return to pot.
ADD hot pasta to skillet mixture. Add cheese; stir until slightly melted. Transfer to serving platter. Garnish with oregano leaves.
Tip: Substitute shredded mozzarella cheese for buffalo mozzarella. Substitute dried oregano for fresh.

Spaghetti Alla Caprese image

Provided by Food Network

Time 26m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Steps:

Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente, about 6 minutes. While the spaghetti is cooking, begin to make the sauce. Mix the tomatoes and mozzarella in a large bowl. Add the best available extra-virgin olive oil, oregano, basil leaves, and salt, to taste.
When the spaghetti is ready, remove it from the water and add it to the bowl with approximately 1/2 cup of pasta water. Mix well, and serve immediately.