RIGATONI WITH FRESH TOMATOES AND BASIL

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I saw this once on Everyday Italian with Giada De Laurentiis. I can't find it on food.com but this is how I make it (from memory) and it's delicious so I'm assuming it's almost the same! I change my ingredient amounts every time depending on my mood, so it's all just an estimation.

Provided by mosma

Categories     Kosher

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 lb mostaccioli pasta, cooked (or any pasta)
1/4 cup oil
3 -4 garlic cloves
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil
salt (to taste)
black pepper (to taste)
1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet.
  • Add garlic and fry until sizzling.
  • Add tomatoes and basil and saute until tomatoes are tender. (about 5 minutes).
  • Stir in salt and pepper.
  • Add cheese cubes, stir quickly, and pour over pasta. (Cubes should be slightly melted but still retaining their shape).
  • Serve and enjoy!

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