Farfalle with Fresh Tomatoes, Basil and Mozzarella

  • Cook the Pasta:
    • In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, return to the pot, and toss with butter.
  • Sauté the Tomatoes:
    • While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the halved tomatoes and sauté for about 5 minutes, until they soften and release some juices. Remove from heat and stir in the basil.
  • Combine and Serve:
    • In a large bowl, combine the buttered pasta and the tomato-basil mixture, tossing gently to coat. Add the diced mozzarella, folding it in lightly.
    • Serve immediately, garnished with extra basil if desired. Enjoy!
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Ingredients:

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1pound farfalle pasta by barilla
24medium basil leaves fresh
2large mozzarella diced
2tbsp olive oil
4servings salt and pepper
4 tomatoes halved, seeded, cut in small pieces ½ inch dice (3 cups)
2tablespoons butter unsalted

Directions

1.
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, return to the pot, and toss with butter.
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2.
Sauté the Tomatoes
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the halved tomatoes and sauté for about 5 minutes, until they soften and release some juices. Remove from heat and stir in the basil.
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3.
Combine and Serve
1. In a large bowl, combine the buttered pasta and the tomato-basil mixture, tossing gently to coat. Add the diced mozzarella, folding it in lightly. | 2. Serve immediately, garnished with extra basil if desired. Enjoy!
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