Spaghetti Caprese
(from kylerhea’s recipe box)
It’s the perfect amount of Pepper flakes,
Source: Barilla website
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: Faves, September2010, Summer, basil, pasta, tomatoes
Ingredients
- 1 BOX Barilla Spaghetti
- 2 TABLESPOONS Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 CLOVE Garlic, Minced
- 1/8 TEASPOON Red Chili Pepper Flakes
- 6 Plum Tomatoes, Chopped
- 1 TEASPOON Salt
- 1/8 TEASPOON Black Pepper, Freshly Ground
- 18 Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Cubed
- 2 TEASPOONS Fresh Oregano, Chopped
Directions
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BRING a large pot of water to a boil.
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HEAT oil in skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; stir for 1 to 2 minutes.
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ADD tomatoes and salt and pepper; reduce heat to low. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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COOK Spaghetti according to package directions; drain and return to pot.
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ADD hot pasta to skillet mixture. Add cheese and stir until cheese is slightly melted. Transfer to serving platter. Garnish with oregano leaves.