Easy One-Pot Caprese Pasta

Ingredients for Easy One-Pot Caprese Pasta

• 350g whole wheat rigatoni (I like Barilla)

• 1 (800g) can crushed tomatoes with basil (I like Hunt's)

• 4 light string cheese sticks (I like Sargento), cut into 1/2-inch pieces

• 2 (275g) container grape tomatoes, halved

• 1/2 small onion, diced

• About 12 fresh basil leaves

• 1 tablespoon minced garlic

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoons black pepper

• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

• About 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped, for garnish (optional)

• 6 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese (I like Sargento Artisan Blends), for garnish (optional)

In a large pot, combine 725ml water, the pasta, crushed tomatoes, cheese pieces, grape tomatoes, onion, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered until the pasta has softened, 25 to 30 minutes. Much of the water will boil out.

Serve drizzled with balsamic vinegar. If desired, garnish with chopped basil and Parmesan.

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