Description

Enjoy a meatless dinner with this delicious pasta meal. Serve with a crusty bread.

Ingredients

• ¾ lb. dry penne pasta
• 6 oz. high quality mozzarella cheese, diced large
• 2 c. heirloom tomatoes, core removed, diced medium
• 1-2 sprigs fresh basil, sliced thick
• 1-2 sprigs fresh oregano, picked
• 3 T. extra virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper, to taste
• ¼ t. crushed red pepper flakes or to taste
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Parmesan cheese, for garnish if desired

Steps

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain, (do not rinse) saving 1/2 c. cooking water.
2. Place tomatoes, mozzarella, garlic and basil in a large bowl.
3. Add cooked pasta to the bowl; toss seasoning with olive oil, salt and red pepper flakes.