Cavatappi Alla Caprese

Like a caprese salad but without the balsamic vinegar. Although I suspect that this would pair in a most excellent fashion alongside grilled chicken drizzled with a balsamic reduction glaze. Mmm!
Still, quite lovely just as it is, a simple vegetarian dish.

Ingredients
(Serves 6)
1 lb.  pasta
1 pint  grape tomatoes, quartered
2 tbs.  olive oil
1/2 tbs.  minced garlic
1/4 cup  fresh basil, chopped
1/4 pasta sauce
8 oz  part skim mozzarella, diced

Directions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Add a small amount of oil to the pot to prevent sticking. Drain and set aside.
While pasta cooks, mince garlic, dice tomatoes & mozzarella and chop the basil.
Use the same pot to soften garlic in the olive oil over med-low heat.
Toss pasta and all ingredients except cheese and mix until heated. Add salt & fresh ground black pepper to taste.
Toss in cheese, mix and serve.
A small amount of grated cheese sprinkled on each serving is a nice last touch


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